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Family talking about any and everything under the MOON unapologetically without any filters. Each host and periodical guest has a different point of view on life. Sit back and get ready to laugh a bit.
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Unapologetically Speaking with Mel Styles is all about speaking your mind and being free to be you UNAPOLOGETICALLY 💯🆗❤️ We have a variety of topics and give you a place to be heard. Let’s laugh, talk, learn, empower, be opinionated and love 😆💯❤️
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Reclaim your voice and use it to confidently advance your career, impact, and leadership potential with The Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast stories and tips. The podcast serves leaders seeking to amplify their voice and master assertive communication to better advocate for themselves and for others. Embrace your unique voice and learn how to express your thoughts confidently, authentically, and without fear of coming across as aggressive or of backlash. The Speak Your Mind Unapologe ...
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5 Traps Keeping You Stuck in Your Career (And How to Speak Up to Break Free)
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Are you waiting for your boss to notice your hard work? Frustrated because you’ve tried speaking up, but nothing seems to change? Or holding off until the perfect moment to ask for what you need? These are some of the most common career traps that silently sabotage your growth. In this episode, we’ll explore these traps. You’ll learn how to take ch…
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8 Ways To Stop Feeling Guilty About Prioritizing Your Own Needs and Desires
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Feel guilty about putting yourself first? Discover ways to prioritize your needs without feeling selfish. Explore the common culprit of guilt experienced when prioritizing personal desires over others' demands. Learn about the detrimental impact of guilt on your emotions and productivity, and explore eight actionable strategies to overcome this gui…
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3 Proven Ways To Advocate For Yourself At Work Without Sounding Pushy or Aggressive
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Master self-Advocacy at work. Learn 3 strategies to succeed without losing your authenticity. Get what you deserve at even if you're hesitant to speak up. Tune in to this masterclass to discover: ✔️ Assertive Communication Techniques ✔️ Tip to Elevate Your Professional Presence ✔️ How to Promote Yourself Effectively ✔️ Technique to Navigate Challen…
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10 Hidden Costs of Staying Silent – Why We All Need Self-Advocacy
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What are the real costs of staying silent? Staying quiet might seem like the safe choice, but the long-term consequences can be significant. Discover how silence can impact your career, health, happiness, and relationships. Through inspiring stories from figures like Arianna Huffington, Sheryl Sandberg, and Serena Williams, you’ll see why advocatin…
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Are You Your Best Advocate? Discover the Missing Self Advocacy Skills You Need To Take Control Of Your Career (Quiz)
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You are meant to be your own best advocate. But are you? Assess your self-advocacy skills through this quiz. Through ten insightful questions, you’ll learn how to use self-advocacy to get confidence, recognition, and respect at work. Find out why you may feel overlooked in meetings, struggle to promote yourself, avoid workplace conflicts, or strugg…
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Making Your Voice Count: Self-Advocacy for Recognition and Respect
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Are you missing out on career opportunities because you're afraid to speak up at work? Discover why you might be staying silent instead of advocating for yourself and for your ideas, and how self advocacy can help you get the recognition and respect you deserve. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ Why we hesitate speaking up at work ✔️ The real…
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Got a People Pleasing Boss? Here’s How to Handle It
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Ever felt the frustration of dealing with a passive, people-pleaser boss? Discover the challenges of working under a conflict-averse leader and learn actionable strategies to assertively manage the relationship and improve team outcomes. In today's episode, we delve into identifying passive bosses, understanding their impact on your work environmen…
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Never Give Up: How Persistence Leads to Achieving Your Dreams (with Katherine Tuluzova)
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What’s the difference between those who achieve a lot and those who don’t? In this episode we hear from Katherine Tuluzova, CEO of Sigma Software Group Americas, who shares her secrets to success and never giving up. She tackles the nuances of being respected versus being nice, and balances societal pressures with personal and professional growth. …
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20 Powerful Questions to Confront Passive-Aggressive Behavior at Work
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How can you handle passive-aggressive coworkers and get them to speak up openly? Passive aggressive types are vague and avoid transparent conversations because they don’t like conflict. That’s why direct questions are your best weapon to stop walking on eggshells when passive-aggressive colleagues create toxic drama. Try these 20 direct questions t…
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Bold and Kind: Turning Assertiveness into Kindness
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How can assertiveness contribute to increased kindness and compassionate interactions? By mastering assertiveness, you can foster personal growth, happiness, and strong relationships. This episode addresses common misconceptions about assertiveness and describes how it can be a powerful tool for kindness and effective communication. Learn how asser…
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Unfair Treatment, Retaliation, Or Discrimination? Reporting Issues And Navigating Internal Investigations At Work (with Natalie Ivy)
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What should you do if you or your employee face bullying, retaliation, discrimination, or harassment at work? It’s important to understand how the internal investigation process works. In this episode you’ll discover exactly how to navigate these sensitive processes with expert advice from Natalie Ivey, former HR executive and CEO of RPC, an HR con…
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Mastering Self-Advocacy: A Childhood Lesson That Every Adult Can Learn From
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When was the first time you advocated for yourself? It may not be perfect, but it can certainly change your life. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ Recall your early lessons in self-advocacy for personal growth. ✔️ Why sometimes it's even better to be aggressive than to say nothing at all. ✔️ The importance of finding a mentor that will encou…
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How to Pivot Your Career Successfully: Self-Advocacy Strategies for Change (with Kendra Matthews)
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Are you looking to make a significant career change but feel daunted by the challenges ahead? Discover how Kendra Matthews successfully pivoted her career from customer service in telecommunications to software development and ultimately to information security in the financial industry. In this inspiring episode of the Speak Your Mind Unapologetic…
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Courageous Leadership: Becoming a Trusted Advisor (with Dr. Nicole Wieberneit)
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How can you cultivate and sustain courage in leadership? Discover how courageous leadership not only shapes your career but ignites change in your organization. This episode features Dr. Nicole Wieberneit, Senior Director at Microsoft, who shares her personal stories and practical strategies to lead with courage and authenticity, even when facing r…
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Breaking Barriers with Accountability and Influence: A Leadership Guide (with Mary Hope McQuiston)
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Do successful leaders always find it easy to speak up? Not necessarily. Join us in this episode as Mary Hope McQuiston, VP and General Manager at Autodesk's Education Business, shares her personal journey of overcoming societal and personal barriers to find her voice. Learn how she navigated difficult workplace situations, developed strategies for …
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Self-Advocacy at Work: Your Questions Answered
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Learn practical techniques to confidently advocate for yourself, negotiate better outcomes, and build positive relationships. This episode covers strategies for effective communication, self-promotion, dealing with difficult coworkers and managers, and respecting hierarchy while asserting your ideas. Discover how to turn challenges into opportuniti…
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Mastering Self-Advocacy at Work: 6 Proven Ways to Advocate for Yourself
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Struggling to speak up for yourself at work? Learn six powerful ways to advocate for yourself without fear of pushback. This episode equips you with practical tips and techniques for effective self-advocacy in the workplace. Tune in to discover: ✔️Common Fears and Challenges in Speaking Up ✔️How to Be More Assertive, Bold, and Amplify Your Voice ✔️…
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Lead Yourself to Success: Developing Soft Skills (with Sandra Bower)
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How can soft skills and emotional intelligence pave the way to career success? Discover the crucial role of self-leadership in professional growth, as expert Sandra Bauer, Senior Vice President of CX Strategy, shares her journey and advice. In this episode, we delve into the significance of mindset, emotional intelligence, and leading from within t…
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Step Up Your Leadership Game: Use Appreciation Languages to Inspire Your Team
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Many people feel underappreciated at work. Part of the problem is that most people express appreciation in their own preferred language rather than that of the recipient. Learn about the four primary appreciation languages—acknowledgement gestures, freedom living, opportunity advancing, and recognition proving—and discover practical tips for expres…
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What Do You Stand For? How To Use Your Beliefs to Communicate Your Identity
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What do you truly stand for, and how can you use your voice to advocate for it? Uncover the core values that define your identity, and then talk about it. By expressing your conviction in your beliefs, you can better connect with people and speak out more. Learn how to confidently express your values, foster respect in diverse environments, and emp…
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Unleash Your Bold Voice: Master 6 Key Opportunities to Speak Up at Work
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Your voice is part of your personal brand if you use it often. Elevate your presence by mastering six essential ways to speak up in professional settings. You’ll leave with everyday strategies to empower your bold voice. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ 6 empowering ways to speak up at work. 00:00 Introduction: Unleashing Your Bold Voice 02:…
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Fear of Disappointing Others? Here's How to Still Speak Up and Thrive
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How can you overcome the fear of disappointing others and confidently speak up for yourself? It’s a common issue, but it doesn’t have to hold you back. This episode delves into why this fear arises, shares personal stories, and offers four practical ways to find the courage to advocate for your ideas and needs despite the fear. Tune in to this epis…
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Turning Bias into Respect: 10 Proven Strategies to Overcome Discrimination in the Office
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How to handle discrimination with professionalism and positivity? Learn practical strategies to address and overcome bias in the workplace by maintaining professional composure and redirecting focus to your contributions. Discover how to transform initial skepticism into respect and collaborative relationships. Tune in to this episode to discover: …
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13 Proven Strategies to Foster Assertive Communication in Your Team
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How can you create a culture of assertive communication within your team? Assertive communication, characterized by respectful, calm, and effective interactions, can transform your team's productivity and morale. In this episode, you'll learn 13 actionable strategies to foster assertive communication in your organization. Tune in to discover how to…
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23 Brilliant Questions to Ask in Meetings That Showcase Your Intelligence
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Why do so many professionals stay silent in meetings, especially when senior stakeholders are present? This episode addresses the fear of speaking up and provides 23 brilliant questions that can help you participate in conversations confidently and add value. By asking these questions, you can demonstrate critical thinking, strategic alignment, and…
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Finding Your Brave: Make Speaking Up Non-Negotiable (with Anupama Toshniwal)
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Do you make speaking up a non-negotiable? Embracing bravery to speak up, even in challenging scenarios, can be transformative for your career and personal integrity. Join us as Anupama Toshniwal, design verification engineering leader, shares her journey of making speaking up non-negotiable. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ Strategies for sp…
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Assertive Communication Made Easy: Learn the DESC Script for Effective Conversations
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How can you navigate difficult conversations with ease and assertiveness? By using the DESC script, you can effectively communicate your feelings and requests without appearing aggressive. In this episode, you’ll discover the four-step assertive script designed to make hard conversations smoother while increasing your influence. Tune in to discover…
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Mastering Assertive Eye Contact: 7 Tips To Boost Your Presence and Confidence
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Assertive eye contact can significantly boost your presence and confidence in the workplace. In this episode, we explore the power of eye contact with real-life examples and provide practical tips to help you enhance your communication skills. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ How an assertive eye contact can amplify your voice ✔️ 7 practical…
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Your Words Are Your Best Friend or Your Worst Enemy – Depends On How You Use Them (with Indrani Halder)
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Your words are your instrument and weapon if you know how to use them. They can support your leadership or backfire. In this episode, Indrani Halder, Senior Director of Population Health at Carillon Behavioral Health, reveals the power of words, the importance of self-awareness, and the impact of feedback on personal growth. Learn how to navigate c…
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Master the Five Minute Speak Up Debrief Ritual: Boost Courage & Speaking Skills
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How can you learn to elevate your voice by speaking up fearlessly? By using the Five-Minute Speak Up Debrief Ritual, you can systematically enhance your speaking skills and confidence. In this episode, learn how to make the most out of every speaking moment, ensuring no opportunity is wasted. Reflect on your interactions, understand your emotional …
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33 Essential Self-Advocacy Rights You Should Assert Daily
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Discover 33 rights you need to know and that that you forgot you had. Knowing these rights can empower you to become your best advocate. This episode unpacks vital rights that can transform how you communicate and advocate for yourself, ensuring you are treated with respect, can ask for what you want, and feel entitled to your emotions and decision…
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How To Respond Assertively When You’re Labeled Too Aggressive, Abrasive, or Difficult
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Have you ever been told you're too aggressive or difficult at work? Learn how to navigate and respond to unhelpful feedback and stereotypes. In this episode, you’ll find effective strategies and real-life examples to handle accusations like being abrasive or pushy, especially targeting underrepresented individuals in the corporate world. Discover t…
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3 Actions that Showcase True Commitment and Support
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How can you identify if someone is genuinely committed to your success? True commitment involves more than just compliments and gifts. In this episode, discover the real actions that indicate genuine support, focusing on political capital, financial investment, and engaged time. Learn how to recognize these signs and ask for meaningful commitment f…
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How to Protect Yourself from Manipulative People: 7 Effective Strategies
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How can you protect yourself from manipulation at work while maintaining your good-natured personality? You don’t have to change who you are to safeguard against manipulative colleagues or bosses. In this episode, you’ll discover the subtle and often overlooked signs of manipulation and learn seven smart, proven strategies to disarm and deflect the…
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Find Your Bold Voice: 4 Things You Must Commit to Now
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Are you struggling to find your bold voice in the workplace? Commit to these four essential actions and watch your confidence soar. In this episode you’ll find out the crucial commitments needed to discover and amplify your bold voice. Finding your bold voice requires dedication and the willingness to step out of your comfort zone. Just like overco…
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Experimentation: The Key to Developing Powerful Communication Styles
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How can you expand your communication style for greater influence and effectiveness? By experimenting with different approaches, you can adapt your communication to various situations and enhance your impact. Tune in to discover practical tips on utilizing feedback and using new environments to redefine your voice. Tune in to this episode to discov…
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Overcoming Fear of Failure: The Power of Experimentation (with Margaret Wang Johnston)
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How can I overcome the fear of failure in my career? Embracing an experimentation mindset can transform your fear of failure into a powerful tool for growth and innovation. Ready to turn your fear of failure into your greatest asset? In this episode, we are joined by Engineering Leader and MIT grad Margaret Wang Johnston. Margaret shares her insigh…
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Assertive, Passive, Aggressive, or Passive-Aggressive? Which Is Your Communication Style
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Do you know which communication style you naturally use and how it impacts your success? Understanding the different communication styles can help you navigate interactions more effectively and achieve your career goals. In this episode you’ll learn the four core communication styles: assertive, passive, aggressive, and passive-aggressive. You’ll s…
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How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome: Real Strategies
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How can you make sure that you don't allow imposter syndrome to hold you back? It's okay to have imposter syndrome, but it's not okay to allow it to halt your progress. In today's episode, you'll hear from four female leaders who have experienced imposter syndrome in their careers and the strategies they've used to overcome it so they could embrace…
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Assertiveness 101: Enhancing, Not Changing, Your Personality
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Can being assertive elevate your authentic self? Many people are afraid that assertive communication will change who they are, yet it enhaces your personality. Tune in to this episode and discover: ✔️ Why assertiveness won’t change your personality. ✔️ The 4 most common mistakes that people make when they don’t know the language of assertiveness. ✔…
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How to Deal with Difficult Coworkers Without Compromising Your Integrity (Examples)
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How to stay calm and maintain your integrity when handling challenging coworkers? Discover effective strategies to handle challenging colleagues without losing your sense of self. In this episode we explore real-life examples that will help you manage conflict, maintain professionalism, and stay true to yourself. From dealing with exclusionary tact…
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Rebranding Your Leadership: Combining Internal Values and External Traits
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How can you redefine your personal brand for career advancement while staying authentic? By identifying and combining traits that reflect both your internal values and external perceived effective leadership, you can develop a personal brand that feels right and that gets you ahead. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ The key difference between…
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How to Find a Mentor: 8 Proven Real-Life Examples for Success
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Ever wondered how to find the perfect mentor who can guide you on your career journey? Finding a mentor can nerve-wreaking, but with the right approach and examples, it's entirely possible. What are the best strategies for identifying and connecting with a mentor? In this episode you’ll find 8 real-life examples of actionable steps you can take to …
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When Being Real Goes Wrong: Authenticity Pitfalls and Fixes
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What happens when authenticity in the workplace goes wrong? Authenticity in the workplace can sometimes backfire, leading to professional pitfalls and misunderstandings. How can you be authentic at work without jeopardizing your career? this episode we explore the challenges of being authentic at work, the potential downsides of authenticity and pr…
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3 Examples of Persistence Paying Off At Work (Without Being Annoying)
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Do you ever feel like giving up at work when your ideas are overlooked or your contributions undervalued? Persistence is often the key to success, but there's a fine line between being persistent and becoming a nuisance. How do you strike the right balance? This episode of the 'Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast' dives into three compelling s…
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Communication Value Creation: 13 Proven Strategies to Add Value to Your Work Conversations
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How can you elevate your work discussions to make them more impactful? Being a good communicator isn't just about talking; it's about strategically engaging. Discover 13 effective techniques for value creation in workplace interactions that go beyond the typical advice of active listening, empathy, and asking open ended questions. Whether you're de…
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Confident Humility: How to Balance A Strong Voice With Vulnerable Leadership (with Dr. Monique Sendze)
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Do you ever wonder how to assert yourself while being humble? Dr. Monique Sendze, Vice President for IT and CIO at California State University, Chico, shares her experience on striking the perfect balance between confidence and humility in leadership. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ How embracing confident humility can propel your career fo…
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8 Smart Moves to Make When Speaking Up Goes Wrong
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How do you bounce back after speaking up backfires? Mastering the art of recovery can turn missteps into empowering moments. Curious how to handle the fallout gracefully and effectively? Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ The 8 critical steps to take immediately after your attempt to speak up doesn't go as planned. ✔️ Real-life strategies for …
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Embrace Your Edge: How To Handle Microaggressions (with Hang Black)
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Have you ever felt underestimated or sidelined due to subtle prejudices? This episode explores practical strategies to tackle such challenges head-on. Hang Black, Vice President of Revenue Enablement and author of 'Embrace Your Edge: Pave Your Own Path as an Immigrant Woman in the Workplace', dives deep into her personal encounters with microaggres…
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