Imagine if you started speaking up more

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Hi friends,

I’m keeping today’s one short and sweet x

Today, we’re talking about speaking up at work.

Yikes!

Picture this, Imagine you started speaking up more in meetings.

And you shared your ideas with confidence.

Speaking up is a game-changer in your career journey.

Yes, it’s scary, but speaking up is never a mistake.

You have a unique perspective to offer.

In 2022, I took a risk and started actively participating in team meetings, even though I was new to the company and felt inexperienced.

Was I nervous?

Yes.

Did I doubt myself?

Yes.

Did I let that hinder me?

No.

Young professionals entering the workforce are often scared about saying the wrong thing.

I did, and I still do.

Approximately 62% of young professionals have admitted to withholding ideas or solutions at work.

According to a survey conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), this is due to fear of judgment.

So, how can you speak up more:

↳ Set goals and envision your role in team discussions.

↳ Break them into manageable steps.

↳Find someone who you can use as a sounding board.

Lastly, take one day, one week, one month at a time, and you’ll get there.