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03-31-2016, 03:03 PM
What holds you back from speaking up at meetings (and how to share ideas in ** time)
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There are many reasons someone might be hesitant to speak up in meetings*— fear of public speaking (http://www.statisticbrain.com/fear-of-public-speaking-statistics/), being afraid of rejection (https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-real-story-risk/201211/the-thing-we-fear-more-death)*or even worrying about*the ramifications of disagreeing with your boss (https://hbr.org/2007/05/why-employees-are-afraid-to-speak).
These are real challenges that shouldn’t be dismissed offhand. However, it’s a mistake to view them as obstacles you can’t overcome, because sharing your ideas is a critical component to advancement.*
SEE ALSO: How to reach out to a really old contact — and make a positive impression (http://mashable.com/2016/03/17/reaching-out-old-contact/)
Consider how much emphasis is placed on personal branding and visibility when you’re looking for a job. You update your social profiles, you get yourself out there and network, and maybe you even set up a personal website or begin routinely posting your thoughts on LinkedIn. You go out of your way to demonstrate that you’re someone who’ll bring a unique perspective to the company. Read more... (http://mashable.com/2016/03/31/how-to-speak-at-meetings/)
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There are many reasons someone might be hesitant to speak up in meetings*— fear of public speaking (http://www.statisticbrain.com/fear-of-public-speaking-statistics/), being afraid of rejection (https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-real-story-risk/201211/the-thing-we-fear-more-death)*or even worrying about*the ramifications of disagreeing with your boss (https://hbr.org/2007/05/why-employees-are-afraid-to-speak).
These are real challenges that shouldn’t be dismissed offhand. However, it’s a mistake to view them as obstacles you can’t overcome, because sharing your ideas is a critical component to advancement.*
SEE ALSO: How to reach out to a really old contact — and make a positive impression (http://mashable.com/2016/03/17/reaching-out-old-contact/)
Consider how much emphasis is placed on personal branding and visibility when you’re looking for a job. You update your social profiles, you get yourself out there and network, and maybe you even set up a personal website or begin routinely posting your thoughts on LinkedIn. You go out of your way to demonstrate that you’re someone who’ll bring a unique perspective to the company. Read more... (http://mashable.com/2016/03/31/how-to-speak-at-meetings/)
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