Want to speak up at work—without risking your reputation or your sanity?

In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most uncomfortable (and essential) leadership skills: how to disagree with your boss professionally. Whether you’re navigating power dynamics, trying to avoid “yes culture,” or just want to be heard in meetings—this episode gives you the mindset, strategy, and scripts you need.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Preparing for difficult conversations with clarity
• Using respectful dissent to earn trust
• Handling pushback with emotional intelligence
• When to stand your ground and when to align
• How to recover if things get tense
• Becoming the kind of leader whose voice makes a difference

If you’ve been biting your tongue to keep the peace, this episode will help you protect your energy and your integrity.

You’ll also discover how to contribute to a culture where respectful dissent is welcomed—so you can speak up and create psychological safety for others.

🔗 Ready for support navigating tough conversations and building your leadership presence? Book a FREE strategy session with me: 👉 https://www.tonicollis.com/lets-chat

🎧 Mentioned Episode: → The Art of Being Professionally Blunt (highly recommended before this one!)

💬 Let me know in the comments:What’s one disagreement you’ve been avoiding?