Sharing your point of view is one of the best ways to add value. So why do so many high performers hold back? Here's how to overcome this mental block so you can speak up and stand out.
Excellent article - agree with all points. I’d suggest just one more nuance.
Put in the hard work of thinking and viewing all angles of the problem and when somebody opposes your point of view, trust yourself to hold your conviction without the fear of being wrong. With politeness and respect, hold your ground while understanding the opposite point of view.
It’s easy to just give in. Then you’d do yourself a disservice.
I'm more concerned if your manager does not want to be wrong and does not like it when you point out the flaws of their plan and question their credibility. Ive seen orgs like that where it would be in the best interest of everyone working below to just stay quiet if they want to keep job. Its definitely not a fostering environment.
Thank you Wes! This couldn't have reached my Inbox in a more timely way. I've managed a team with a couple members who constantly agrandized claims and made mountains out of mole hills. I learned to evaluate the situation and not the person but it took energy to discount their claims like you mentioned. Your advice was not only helpful for me personally but also for a future conversations I would like have with the team.
Excellent article - agree with all points. I’d suggest just one more nuance.
Put in the hard work of thinking and viewing all angles of the problem and when somebody opposes your point of view, trust yourself to hold your conviction without the fear of being wrong. With politeness and respect, hold your ground while understanding the opposite point of view.
It’s easy to just give in. Then you’d do yourself a disservice.
I'm more concerned if your manager does not want to be wrong and does not like it when you point out the flaws of their plan and question their credibility. Ive seen orgs like that where it would be in the best interest of everyone working below to just stay quiet if they want to keep job. Its definitely not a fostering environment.
Thank you Wes! This couldn't have reached my Inbox in a more timely way. I've managed a team with a couple members who constantly agrandized claims and made mountains out of mole hills. I learned to evaluate the situation and not the person but it took energy to discount their claims like you mentioned. Your advice was not only helpful for me personally but also for a future conversations I would like have with the team.
This is great to hear Yahnny. I’d love to hear how those conversations go. Thanks for being here and learning together!
A well-balanced article with useful tips!