![]() To be more productive in your next virtual meetings, shift your mindset around what it means to speak up - for you and for everyone else. ![]() The quality of your collective decisions are driven by the diversity of your experiences and expertise - and if you stay silent, your unique perspective will never be considered when making them. That said, finding the courage to do so is critical to your success, as well as to the success of your team and your organization. Whatever the reason, know that we all struggle to speak up at times, no matter what point we are at in our careers. This often occurs when you’re asked to brainstorm on the spot and there is less time to make a well-formed contribution. You don’t want to come across as uninformed or foolish to bosses or clients, or you may feel that someone more seasoned than you will take your suggestions as personal critiques.ģ) Lastly - and this happens in person, too - you might feel your ideas are still half-baked and won’t be seen as valuable. But noticing these expressions onscreen is difficult, and even impossible on a very big team.Ģ) If you’re a junior employee or someone who joined the company remotely and are still settling in, you may feel especially reserved around your new teammates or senior colleagues. In-person, it was easier to figure out when voicing your opinion was welcome and appropriate - someone might lean towards you or gesture at you to invite a response. Many factors contribute.ġ) It’s harder to read physical and social cues. See more from Ascend here.ĭo you find it difficult to speak up during virtual meetings? If so, you’re not alone.
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