Companies are diligent about sharing their values, big goals and often even the rules of engagement. These are typically pretty straightforward. What can be confusing are the unspoken rules at work. The underlying messages that exist, but aren’t shared, can jam us up in both our work and in our work relationships.
Over time, we tire of the confusion and we get discouraged. We stop speaking up. We accept the status quo and bite our tongue. But who is that serving? It’s time to reclaim your voice using two simple strategies for confidence and impact.
Are you new in your role and don’t feel comfortable sharing ideas just yet? Perhaps you work for a leader or company who you don’t feel welcomes your ideas? Maybe you don’t feel confident in your own abilities? (Imposter syndrome, anyone?!?!)
Let’s start here.
These notes and trends can help bring clarity to what really matters to you not just in your role, but as a human who made a commitment an organization. Beyond your current role, perhaps you’ve got thoughts of a side-hustle or dreams of going out on your own. These trends may give you a clue into which direction you want to pursue!
Once you have your data and you’ve identified your trends, it’s time to prepare to share.
Your personality style and temperamant will affect how much preparation time you may need. I would encourage you to set a goal of no more than one week to complete the following:
Once you’ve compiled them, you’ll be able to rely on these areas while deciding when to speak in meetings, what ideas to share with your leader and what topics you’d like to focus your involvement and development on.
These areas of focus are just the start. The true empowerment of your voice will come from using it often. It’s not all going to come out perfectly, land well or be implemented. But that’s not the goal of sharing your voice. The true goal is to add value to your environments and plant seeds for future growth.
I’m rooting for you on your journey! Keep me updated on your progress and how these strategies work for you. Don’t forget to tag me at #werestorehumanity.
Peace and Progress,
Anna
p.s. Last week’s post talked about REFRAMING your perspective to get through conflict at work. This week’s post on RECLAIMING is the second in the series. Stay tuned for next week, as we wrap up the series with REENGAGING. #reframereclaimreengage
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