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How to Speak Up in Meetings | Christine at Work

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Summary

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In a separate conversation, Justin Hale from Vital Smarts addresses the challenges of speaking up in meetings. He acknowledges the common struggle of feeling pressure to contribute meaningfully while also fearing judgment. Hale suggests that building confidence involves practicing what to say and framing contributions with facts followed by personal insights, encouraging open dialogue among colleagues.

The discussion highlights the importance of overcoming the anxiety associated with speaking in professional settings, suggesting that even small victories in communication can lead to greater confidence and impact in the workplace. Hale's insights aim to empower individuals to share their ideas more freely, ultimately fostering a more collaborative environment.

Show Notes

How to Speak Up in Meetings | Christine vs. Work

31 Aug 2020

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𝙎𝙪𝙗𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝘼𝙨𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮! ✨ https://www.youtube.com/c/HBRAscend ✨

The meeting is almost over and you’ve been too nervous to say anything. We feel you. Here’s what to do.

It’s easy to just coast through meeting after meeting and go unheard. But not speaking up in meetings can have a negative impact on your value at work. Adding to the conversation during a meeting can be stressful, but it’s not impossible. Innovation Editor Christine Liu spoke to Justin Hale, host of “One Productive Minute” and speaking coach at VitalSmarts, for guidance on how to make what should be simple, actually simple. Turns out, all you need is a plan.

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