Why don't I speak up?
Fantastic read! This is exactly my issue at the moment. Going to try out your awesome tips and let you know how I go! :)
I am glad it resonated! It takes time and intentional effort. Just don’t give up.
Shorter version
→ **Struggle with Speaking Up**: Overthinking, fear of being wrong, and trying to frame thoughts perfectly.
→ **Key Realization**: Speaking early in discussions helps break overthinking and builds confidence.
→ **Tips to Overcome**:
- **Speak Early**: Force yourself to say something early, even if imperfect.
- **Clarify Doubts**: If something isn’t clear to you, it’s likely unclear to others too—ask questions.
- **Embrace Imperfection**: It’s okay to sound unsure rather than stay silent and miss contributing.
- **Revisit Topics**: Politely go back to previous points if you missed adding something important.
- **Handle Interruptions**: Politely re-enter the conversation if interrupted; people won’t mind.
→ **Outcome**: Sharing thoughts, even imperfectly, adds value and helps you grow as a communicator.
Fantastic read! This is exactly my issue at the moment. Going to try out your awesome tips and let you know how I go! :)
I am glad it resonated! It takes time and intentional effort. Just don’t give up.
Shorter version
→ **Struggle with Speaking Up**: Overthinking, fear of being wrong, and trying to frame thoughts perfectly.
→ **Key Realization**: Speaking early in discussions helps break overthinking and builds confidence.
→ **Tips to Overcome**:
- **Speak Early**: Force yourself to say something early, even if imperfect.
- **Clarify Doubts**: If something isn’t clear to you, it’s likely unclear to others too—ask questions.
- **Embrace Imperfection**: It’s okay to sound unsure rather than stay silent and miss contributing.
- **Revisit Topics**: Politely go back to previous points if you missed adding something important.
- **Handle Interruptions**: Politely re-enter the conversation if interrupted; people won’t mind.
→ **Outcome**: Sharing thoughts, even imperfectly, adds value and helps you grow as a communicator.