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Read to Lead Podcast

518: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully with Elaine Lin Hering

Mar 12, 2024
Exploring the impact of self-silencing and finding one's voice in the workplace, empowering communication strategies, making a difference through small acts, and how to speak up authentically. Conversation on diversity, innovation, and personal expression in work and learning, along with strategies for effective communication in relationships and activism through small actions.
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  • Understanding the impact of silence in our lives involves unlearning and navigating various forms of silence.
  • Embracing resistance, starting with a clear why, and making explicit requests are crucial in cultivating voice and advocacy.

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Valuing Silence in Communication

Unlearning silence doesn't just mean speaking up; it involves understanding the impact of silence in our lives. The podcast explores how silence is learned and perpetuated, often leading individuals to edit and suppress parts of themselves to fit in. It highlights the significance of recognizing various forms of silence, from ignoring personal thoughts to conforming in workplaces to avoid rocking the boat.

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