Episodes

  • 3 Proven Ways To Advocate For Yourself At Work Without Sounding Pushy or Aggressive

    3 Proven Ways To Advocate For Yourself At Work Without Sounding Pushy or Aggressive
    Nov 19 2024
    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 Challenging Conversations ✅ Enroll in the Self-Advocacy Mastery Academy: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/sama2 ✅ Schedule a 30 min session to see if the academy is right for you: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/30min ✅ Free Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna’s Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It’s Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership’ where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You’ll Like Making Your Voice Count: Self-Advocacy for Recognition and Respect Self-Advocacy at Work: Your Questions Answered Mastering Self-Advocacy at Work: 6 Proven Ways to Advocate for Yourself Speak Your Truth: 10 Tips to Becoming a Confident, Assertive Communicator Important Assertiveness Skills You Need At Your Job Level Conquer the 9 Most Common Hang-ups About Assertiveness ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 10 Hidden Costs of Staying Silent – Why We All Need Self-Advocacy

    10 Hidden Costs of Staying Silent – Why We All Need Self-Advocacy
    Nov 14 2024
    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 advocating for yourself is essential. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ How staying silent can lead to burnout and physical breakdown. ✔️ The importance of setting boundaries to prevent stress and resentment. ✔️ Why advocating for your health is crucial, as demonstrated by Serena Williams. ✔️ How overcoming fear in a male-dominated industry can lead to career advancement, as Mary Barra found. ✔️ The impact of believing in your bold vision, like Howard Schultz did for Starbucks. ✅ Free Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna’s Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It’s Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership’ where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You’ll Like Making Your Voice Count: Self-Advocacy for Recognition and Respect Self-Advocacy at Work: Your Questions Answered Mastering Self-Advocacy at Work: 6 Proven Ways to Advocate for Yourself Speak Your Truth: 10 Tips to Becoming a Confident, Assertive Communicator Important Assertiveness Skills You Need At Your Job Level Conquer the 9 Most Common Hang-ups About Assertiveness ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion ✅ Timestamps 00:00 Introduction: The Hidden Costs of Staying Silent 02:41 Arianna Huffington: The Price of Burnout 03:57 Sheryl Sandberg: The Importance of Setting Boundaries 05:25 Serena Williams: Advocating for Your Health 06:27 Mary Barra: Overcoming Fear in a Male-Dominated Industry 07:39 Howard Schultz: Believing in Your Bold Vision 10:17 Michelle Obama: Finding Fulfillment Beyond the Job 11:14 Viola Davis: Insisting on Better Roles 13:07 Marissa Mayer: The Toll of Overworking 14:11 Malala Yousafzai: Creating Positive Change 15:32 Lady Gaga: Speaking Up About Mental Health 16:39 Conclusion: Embracing Your Powerful Voice 17:41 Join the Self Advocacy Mastery Academy
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    20 mins
  • Are You Your Best Advocate? Discover the Missing Self Advocacy Skills You Need To Take Control Of Your Career (Quiz)

    Are You Your Best Advocate? Discover the Missing Self Advocacy Skills You Need To Take Control Of Your Career (Quiz)
    Nov 12 2024
    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 struggle with your boundaries. Tune in to this episode to: ✔️ Assess your self-advocacy skills and identify areas for improvement with these 10 questions. Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna’s Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It’s Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership’ where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You’ll Like Making Your Voice Count: Self-Advocacy for Recognition and Respect Self-Advocacy at Work: Your Questions Answered Mastering Self-Advocacy at Work: 6 Proven Ways to Advocate for Yourself Speak Your Truth: 10 Tips to Becoming a Confident, Assertive Communicator Important Assertiveness Skills You Need At Your Job Level Conquer the 9 Most Common Hang-ups About Assertiveness ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion ✅ Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Self Advocacy 03:11 Quiz Question 1: Heard in Meetings 06:04 Quiz Question 2: Hesitation to Promote Yourself 11:21 Quiz Question 3: Career Opportunities 14:39 Quiz Question 4: Sharing Honest Opinions 17:54 Quiz Question 5: Setting Boundaries 20:51 Quiz Question 6: Asking for What You Need 23:28 Quiz Question 7: Misunderstood Contributions 24:58 Quiz Question 8: Handling Workplace Conflict 28:05 Quiz Question 9: Taking on Extra Work 29:34 Quiz Question 10: Positioning for Growth 31:41 Conclusion and Next Steps
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    37 mins
  • The Hidden Cost of Staying Quiet at Work

    The Hidden Cost of Staying Quiet at Work
    Nov 11 2024
    Are you missing out on career opportunities because you're afraid to speak up at work? Discover why staying silent can hold you back professionally. In this episode, we dive deep into recognizing the importance of your voice in the workplace. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ Why we hesitate speaking up at work ✔️ The real impact of staying silent in professional settings ✔️ Why speaking up is the most authentic thing you can do ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna’s Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It’s Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership’ where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You’ll Like Speak Your Truth: 10 Tips to Becoming a Confident, Assertive Communicator Self-Advocacy at Work: Your Questions Answered Mastering Self-Advocacy at Work: 6 Proven Ways to Advocate for Yourself Important Assertiveness Skills You Need At Your Job Level Conquer the 9 Most Common Hang-ups About Assertiveness ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion
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    15 mins
  • Got a People Pleasing Boss? Here’s How to Handle It

    Got a People Pleasing Boss? Here’s How to Handle It
    Nov 5 2024
    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 environment, and mastering assertive communication to influence positive change. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ Recognizing traits and problems of passive managers ✔️ Assertive communication techniques for influencing passive bosses ✔️ Strategies for seeking constructive feedback ✔️ How to proactively manage team direction and resources ✔️ Tips for setting clear action points with passive supervisors ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna’s Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It’s Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership’ where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You’ll Like Speak Your Truth: 10 Tips to Becoming a Confident, Assertive Communicator What Is Your Most Used Communication Style At Work? The 4 Communication Styles Explained Exuding Confidence: The Secret Language of Nonverbal Communication Training How To Be More Assertive (for more confidence and productivity) Important Assertiveness Skills You Need At Your Job Level Conquer the 9 Most Common Hang-ups About Assertiveness Training How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, Or A Jerk How To Not Come Across As Aggressive When You're Outspoken The Assertive Script That Will Forever Change Your Hard Conversations 4 Triggers To Known When To Speak Up And Be Assertive Conquer the 9 Most Common Hang-ups About Assertiveness ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion
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    22 mins
  • Never Give Up: How Persistence Leads to Achieving Your Dreams (with Katherine Tuluzova)

    Never Give Up: How Persistence Leads to Achieving Your Dreams (with Katherine Tuluzova)
    Oct 28 2024
    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. Discover practical strategies for managing conflicts, making decisive actions, and maintaining authenticity while pursuing your goals. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ How persistence and adaptability can drive career success. ✔️ Techniques to handle societal pressures and conflicts. ✔️ The importance of self-talk and supportive environments. ✔️ Strategies for balancing assertiveness without appearing aggressive. ✔️ Insights on the role of respect and authenticity in personal and professional life. ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna’s Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It’s Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership’ where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You’ll Like Breaking Barriers with Accountability and Influence: A Leadership Guide (with Mary Hope McQuiston) Unabashedly Ambitious: How to Be Bold in Important Conversations (with Darlene Reina) How To Get The Job When You Don’t Meet The Requirements (With Director Jess Sahagian) ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion
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    49 mins
  • 20 Powerful Questions to Confront Passive-Aggressive Behavior at Work

    20 Powerful Questions to Confront Passive-Aggressive Behavior at Work
    Oct 22 2024
    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 to confront silent conflict and immediately stop the toxic behavior. In this episode you’ll discover: ✔️20 powerful questions to outsmart passive-aggressive coworkers. ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna’s Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It’s Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership’ where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You’ll Like How to Protect Yourself from Manipulative People: 7 Effective Strategies Assertive, Passive, Aggressive, or Passive-Aggressive? Which Is Your Communication Style How to Deal with Difficult Coworkers Without Compromising Your Integrity (Examples) Avoid These 10 Boundary Mistakes That Make You Look Difficult 13 Reasons Why People Don’t Respect Your Boundaries "No" to Regrets: Living Authentically and Making Empowered Choices ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion
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    27 mins
  • Bold and Kind: Turning Assertiveness into Kindness

    Bold and Kind: Turning Assertiveness into Kindness
    Oct 15 2024
    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 assertiveness enhances happiness, empathy, and respectful advocacy in both personal and professional settings. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ How assertiveness benefits your community and personal development. ✔️ Ways to build trust and strong relationships through assertiveness. ✔️ How becoming assertive can make you a more supportive and happier person. ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna’s Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It’s Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership’ where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You’ll Like What Do You Stand For? How To Use Your Beliefs to Communicate Your Identity Cozy In Conversations: Warmth For Building The Know, Like, and Trust Factor Without Losing Credibility Add Calm and Connection To Your Assertive Communication How to Build Strong Connections With People: 4 Strategies Revealed Speak Your Mind: How Assertiveness Breeds Respect What People Get Wrong About Trust 5 Better Ways To Say Good Job Leadership and Advocacy: Creating Positive Change ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion 00:00 Introduction to Kindness and Assertiveness 00:54 Misconceptions About Assertiveness 01:29 Reason 1: Assertiveness Makes You Happier 03:13 Reason 2: Assertiveness Makes You More Present 05:12 Reason 3: Assertiveness Improves Your View of Others 07:21 Reason 4: Assertiveness Helps You Serve Others 07:46 Advocating for Others: Essential Conversations 08:24 The Impact of Assertiveness on Personal Growth 09:02 Assertiveness and Kindness: A Powerful Combination 10:45 Building Trust Through Honest Communication 11:58 Resources to Enhance Your Assertiveness Skills 12:35 Conclusion and Further Learning Opportunities
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