Do you ever hesitate to speak up in tough situations at work, worried about backlash, bias, or saying the wrong thing?

In this powerful episode of the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast, I sit down with Sadia Khilji, Global Chief Information & Technology Officer at Coverys, to explore how leaders and professionals can find the courage to speak their minds.

You’ll discover:

• How to confront colleagues who undermine your credibility without damaging relationships.

• The right way to disagree with your boss, and avoid backlash while building respect.

• Mindset shifts to stop overthinking in meetings and finally share your ideas with confidence.

• How to recognize bias early and decide when to walk away from unhealthy environments.

• Simple strategies leaders can use to help their teams speak up with courage.

If you’ve ever held back your voice in a meeting, struggled with self-promotion, or wanted to advocate for your team with more confidence, this episode will give you the tools and inspiration to do it.

Listen now and start building the courage to lead boldly, speak with conviction, and create impact in your career.

 

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Discvoer 14 surprising strategies to finally speak up at work with confidence. These practical tips will help you stop holding back and start owning your seat at the table. In this episode, discover how to find your confident voice to share ideas (even half-baked ones), set boundaries, negotiate with ease, and stop people-pleasing for good. 

These are practical, tested tips, not the tired “just breathe” or "use positive affirmations" advice. 

🎧 Tune in now and unlock the courage to make your voice matter at work. You'll find out: 

✔️The untold truth about confidence at work: what nobody teaches you ✔️The ultimate confidence blueprint to speak up, advocate, and get heard ✔️14 Non-obvious confidence hacks every professional needs    

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Chapters: 00:00 Does The Lack Of Confidence Shrinks Your Voice? 02:55 Tip 1: Borrow Someone Else's Confidence 05:23 Tip 2: Train in Discomfort 08:21 Tip 3: Speak for Something Greater Than Your Fear 10:34 Tip 4: Ask Yourself Better Questions 12:48 Tip 5: Use Questions to Reduce Risk 15:18 Tip 6: Train With Micro Courage 19:41 Tip 7: Realize It's Not About You 22:26 Tip 8: Overwhelm the Fear with Action 25:04 Tip 9: Speak Early, Speak Often, Consistently 26:43 Tip 10: Make More Intentional Decisions to Speak 27:36 Tip 11: Build Mastery To Beat Nerves 30:19 Tip 12: Increase Certainty With Evidence 31:23 Tip 13: Find and Speak From Conviction 32:30 Tip 14: Practice Communication 34:25 Conclusion: Take Action to Build Confidence

What’s the right way to self-promote without sounding arrogant? How do you confidently speak about your work (and get credit for it)? How do you talk about your achievements assertively? In this episode, you’ll discover:

• What to do when your boss takes your idea and runs with it
• How to get credit at work (even if you’re overlooked)
• Why your team gets left out of the thank-yous (and how to fix it)
• How to talk about your achievements when numbers don’t tell the story
• How to share wins in a way that builds respect (not resentment)

Chapters:

• 00:00 Introduction: Addressing Overlooked Contributions
• 01:21 Workshop Insights: Real Questions from Professionals
• 03:07 Promoting Your Team's Efforts
• 05:11 Networking Without Arrogance
• 06:41 Showcasing Achievements Without Numbers
• 11:26 Communicating with Higher Management
• 13:42 Building Self-Confidence and Recognizing Your Value
• 18:43 Handling Idea Theft by Managers
• 23:16 Promoting Non-Work Accomplishments
• 27:10 Cultural Nuances in Self-Promotion

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How can leaders can bridge cultural divides, welcome diverse team members, and cultivate respectful conversations? How can you be civil with uncivil people? These are some of the questions that Dr. Shaun Carver, Executive Director of International House at UC Berkeley, answers in this episode. He’s spent over two decades leading in global education, from China to California, creating spaces where people from all backgrounds and cultures can connect, communicate, and thrive.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

03:24 Experiences in China and joining international house

04:19 Learning from cultural communication missteps

05:27 Civility and respect in disagreement in a diverse environment

08:35 The food strategy in connecting diverse people

12:43 The secret to not feeling offended

14:18 Ideas to seek out diverse interactions beyond comfort zones

17:27 Why a mission statement doesn't create a culture that bridges team divides

20:45 How smart leaders hire even smarter people and invite challenge and dissent

25:57 How to not censor free speech yet ensure civility

29:35 Conflict comes from not understanding others

30:15 Why hating a person is harter than hating a label

32:35 How to be civil with uncivil people

34:33 When is it appropriate to speak about taboo topics like politics, religion, and cultures

37:07 Why hatred comes from opinions based on ignorance, not experience (and how to fix that)

 

✅ About Dr. Shaun Carver: Dr. Shaun Carver, Executive Director and CEO, International House at UC Berkeley. With over 20 years of experience in international education and higher learning, Shaun is the Executive Director and CEO of International House at UC Berkeley, a renowned institution that fosters intercultural respect and understanding among people from around the world. Prior to I-House he served as Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs in the Rady School of Management, UC San Diego (2017–2020) and as Executive Director of the Hult International Business School (Boston, New York, San Francisco, Shanghai; 2013–2017), where he oversaw 750 students representing 82 countries. Before that he served in leadership positions in institutions of international higher education in China (2002–2013) at the University of International Business and Economics in Beijing, Tsinghua University, and the Sino-British College of the University of Shanghai Science and Technology (USST). He holds a Doctor of Education in Organizational Change and Leadership from the University of Southern California and an MBA from California State University San Marcos.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauncarver/ 

 

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 Have you ever walked out of a meeting thinking, I should have said something. They didn't take me seriously. Someone else said what I wanted to say, and then they got credit for it.

Most smart, capable people struggle to make themselves heard, to be respected, to be taken seriously, especially when we are naturally thoughtful, humble, or we prioritize people and relationships.

So what can you do to get yourself to speak up and make yourself respected? You need some power moves. In this episode you'll discover 20 actionable 'power moves' to help you communicate confidently and assertively at four levels of leadership voice: Thoughtful Listener, Emerging Voice, Bold Communicator, and High Impact Leader.

00:00 The Struggle to Speak Up & Be Heard

02:51 The Four Levels of Communication 

05:17 Power Moves for Thoughtful Listeners

15:23 Power Moves for Emerging Voices

20:58 Power Moves for Bold Communicators

23:43 Power Moves for High Impact Leaders 

 

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How can we build resilience when facing adversity, and build a growth mindset to push through intimidation to have a voice? In this episode, we welcome Dhwani Trivedi, Program Manager and Business Operations Director at a Global Aerospace and Defense organization. Dhwani shares her experience of managing self-doubt, leveraging feedback, maintaining self-respect, and the importance of assertive communication. She also unveils her unique personal system for continuous improvement across various life domains and emphasizes the significance of mentorship, self-promotion, and showing up consistently with purpose and integrity. The episode provides practical insights and inspiring stories to help individuals express their authentic selves and build a supportive network. 00:00 Introduction 01:55 Voice and Personal Branding 03:12 How Self-Doubt Led to Not Speaking Up 07:54 Pushing Through Intimidation To Have a Voice 14:08 What It Means to Be Assertive 21:12 Earning Respect Through Adversity 27:57 Responding To Hard Feedback With A Growth Mindset 32:02 Strategies for Self-Promotion 36:41 How To Find Mentors Organically 39:56 Creating a Personal Routine for Success 45:56 Conclusion   ✅ About Dhwani Trivedi

Dhwani Trivedi is a distinguished leader in Program and General Management with over 25 years of experience in the defense industry. She currently serves as the Director of Program Management Excellence at L3Harris Technologies, supporting the Airborne Combat Systems sector. Prior to this role, she was the General Manager of L3Harris’ Imaging and Laser Systems Division, where she led strategic initiatives and operational performance across the organization. Since joining L3Harris in 2014 as a Program Manager, Trivedi has risen through the ranks, holding progressively senior positions across multiple divisions, demonstrating exceptional leadership, business expertise, and a commitment to excellence.

Before her tenure at L3Harris, Trivedi was a Customer Program Leader at GE Aviation. Prior to that, she spent a decade at Parker Hannifin Corporation, in roles spanning Software Engineering and Program Management.

Beyond her professional achievements, Trivedi is deeply committed to giving back to the community. She serves on the board of Orlando Bal Vihar, a nonprofit organization focused on instilling leadership, independence, cultural values, and social responsibility in children. She also leads as the Enterprise Chair of the Asia Pacific Employee Resource Group (ERG) at L3Harris and is an active member of several other ERGs within the company. A passionate advocate for youth development and diversity, she dedicates her time to mentoring and supporting initiatives that inspire the next generation of leaders.

Trivedi leads a vibrant and fulfilling life outside of work. She is an accomplished dancer, avid writer, and an enthusiastic vocalist of Indian Classical music. Deeply rooted in her cultural and spiritual heritage, she enjoys reading scriptures and philosophical texts, and is currently learning Sanskrit. A devoted family person, she cherishes spending time with her large extended family and networking with professionals both within and beyond her organization.

An immigrant from India, Trivedi moved to the United States at the age of 14. She earned a Master’s degree in Executive MBA from West Virginia University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Applied Mathematics, and Statistics, with a minor in Business, from Stony Brook University.

Trivedi's career is a testament to her passion for innovation, people leadership, and making a meaningful impact—both in the workplace and in the broader community.

 

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Discover the top 10 pieces of career and leadership advice you should ignore. 'Feel-good' advice can hinder career growth and personal expression. These 10 beliefs can sabotage your confidence, boldness, and opportunities. The episode encourages you to critically evaluate the advice you follow and take ownership of your career and life.   00:00 Introduction: The Pitfalls of Feel-Good Advice 02:41 Bad Advice #1: Don't Be Transactional 09:15 Bad Advice #2: Be a Good Listener 11:55 Bad Advice #3: Become Indispensable at Work 12:59 Bad Advice #4: Work Hard and People Will Notice 15:16 Bad Advice #5: You Are Special 18:09 Bad Advice #6: Be Fearless 19:05 Bad Advice #7: You Can Learn From Everyone 22:42 Bad Advice #8: Always Be Learning 23:48 Bad Advice #9: Be a Yes Person 24:27 Bad Advice #10: Be Patient 25:42 Bad Advice #11: Try To Help At Least One Person 26:38 Conclusion: Unlearning and Moving Forward  

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How can you communicate your unique personal branding to advance your career without feeling like a fraud? In this episode, Andrea Wonjnicki, an executive communication coach at Talk about Talk, shares how to develop and communicate your authentic personal brand. You’ll learn and easy three-step framework for self-introductions and how to not sound fake or robotic in elevator pitches.

Tune in:

✔️ Understand and manage your personal brand

✔️Develop your personal brand

✔️Build your personal brand without sounding like everyone else

✔️A tool to identify and communicate your personal brand (even if you're not sure what makes you unique)

✔️Examples of unique personal branding to advance your career without feeling like a fraud

✔️How to use ai and ChatGPT to discover your personal brand

✔️A simple 3-step self-introduction technique that is easy to remember (without buzzwords or bragging)

✔️Exiting conversations gracefully without the awkwardness

✔️How to not sound fake, robotic and inauthentic in elevator pitches

✔️3 easy strategies you can implement today to build your unique personal brand

✔️When and how to use ethnicity, gender, race in your personal branding

✔️Examples of building personal brand: leveraging global experience

 

✅ About Andrea Wojnicki Andrea Wojnicki is an executive communication coach and the founder of Talk About Talk, where she empowers ambitious professionals through 1:1 coaching and corporate workshops. With a focus on executive presence, personal brand, and presentation skills, Andrea helps her clients communicate with clarity and confidence. She’s also the host of the Talk About Talk podcast, where she shares expert insights on how to elevate communication in the workplace. Learn more at TalkAboutTalk.com or connect with Andrea on LinkedIn.

 

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Are you tired of being talked over, cut off, or interrupted in meetings and not knowing how to respond without sounding rude, emotional, or aggressive?

In this episode of Speak Your Mind Unapologetically, you'll learn exactly what to say and how to say it when someone interrupts you at work, whether it's a peer, a manager, a client, or someone you lead.

We’ll cover:

• The top mistakes to avoid when you're interrupted (passive, passive-aggressive, and aggressive responses that backfire)
• 8 proven elements of a confident, respectful, and effective response
• Word-for-word scripts you can use immediately
• How to build the courage and confidence to speak up, even if it feels risky

 Whether you’re in a high-stakes meeting or a casual conversation, these strategies will help you stop getting steamrolled and start commanding the room with clarity and calm authority.

If you’ve ever wondered, “How do I speak up without sounding defensive?”, this episode is for you.

 

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Are you your own best advocate? In this episode, Laura Colón, VP of Sales and Alliances at Vonage, shares her personal journey of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, self-promoting both internally and externally, and building a personal brand to advance her career. 

02:07 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome

04:15 Embracing a Growth Mindset

05:48 Building a Personal Brand for Career Advancement

11:54 Leverating Mentorship and Sponsorship for Growth

16:58 Self-Promotion Strategies 

27:04 Career Sacrifices and Defining Moments

28:35 Communicating Your Value 

31:24 Handling Pushback and Disagreements

35:20 Encouraging a Speak Up Team Culture 

41:03 Life-changing Skill of Saying No 

46:04 Open to Work: Beyond the Label Podcast

52:09 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

 

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Open to Work: Beyond the Label podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/open-to-work-beyond-the-label/id1809899342 

 

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