Sorry Not Sorry: Use These Tips to Enhance Your Language Game
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There is power in language and far too often tentative language patterns compromise how women communicate and are perceived by others. This session highlights the power of “positive language” and offers 15 ways to ‘up one’s language-game’ to increase impact and confidence. Words such as...
There is power in language and far too often tentative language patterns compromise how women communicate and are perceived by others. This session highlights the power of “positive language” and offers 15 ways to ‘up one’s language-game’ to increase impact and confidence. Words such as “just,” “does this make sense?” and excessive apologizing can diminish one’s effectiveness in the workplace. I'll share strategies for identifying speech patterns worth changing, along with tips for success.
You’ll walk away from this chat with:
- Tips for how to improve your language choices for more confidence
- An understanding of why your language is impacting your professional growth
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How do you train yourself to always speak with confidence?
By: Alisa, Sales OperationsPosted on 2020-11-24 -
Excited to hear your expertise and widom, Diane! Thank you, Ellen
By: EllenPosted on 2020-11-24 -
What are your guidelines for apologizing in business? Thx.
By: NancyPosted on 2020-11-24 -
On the flipside, when should we actually apologize? How do we sound positive, confident, authentic without sounding "bossy" and "cold" ?
By: Allison, Frontend DeveloperPosted on 2020-11-24 -
How do you tell a manager and her friend it is her turn to pick up the work load without having backlash work load punishment.
By: KarenPosted on 2020-11-23 -
No specific question
By:Posted on 2020-11-22 -
Aside from Toastmasters, are there other organizations, services, or tools to support on-going language growth?
By: KatiaPosted on 2020-11-22 -
When we should say sorry and when we shouldn’t?
By: MaryPosted on 2020-11-22 -
How can one use impactful language while remaining a true servant leader?
By: SuePosted on 2020-11-22 -
How to professionally call someone out when they need to be called out? Talking about when someone refuses to hold themselves accountable and someone has to do it.
By: HeidiPosted on 2020-11-22 -
During this pandemic, many of use an intro sentence to check in with people via email, i.e. "I hope you are staying safe and healthy" etc, as part of the initial outreach. I see the pandemic...
By: LoriPosted on 2020-11-22 -
This topic is timely! Especially during COVID, with processes taking longer and more complicated to resolve, I feel like I am apologizing all the time. For things that I can't control. Looking for...
By: Audrey, Administrative AnalystPosted on 2020-11-22 -
How do I overcome the generation gap with my 30 year old son? We speak so differently!
By: JackiePosted on 2020-11-22 -
What are tips and common mistakes to avoid when someone asks you to give a brief or 5-minute overview of your past experience? How can I prepare for this ahead of time?
By: KristenPosted on 2020-11-22 -
What is the best way to balance brevity with clarity when answering a question one doesn’t expect / isn’t well prepared for?
By: EmilyPosted on 2020-11-22 -
Looking forward to learning about the 15 ways to up one’s language-game
By: StaceyPosted on 2020-11-22 -
What are some powerful questions to ask someone when you first meet them (assuming it was a spontaneous meeting, not planned, so you didn't check their linkedin)
By: andreaPosted on 2020-11-22 -
I am interested to hear other common words, language patterns to avoid (similar too just, sorry etc) - also effective ways to take responsibility for big things and small ones that didn't go...
By: LisaPosted on 2020-11-22 -
What are the most common non-verbal communication mistakes that women often make?
By: SuePosted on 2020-11-22 -
When things don't go as planned in a project, how do you address this with your customer?
By: Monica, Program Project ManagerPosted on 2020-11-22 -
When you’re asked a question that you don’t know the response, How do you still project self confidence and answer to that question?
By: ChristinePosted on 2020-11-22 -
Could you please share some tips for Saleswomen who often need to sell product value? Thanks!
By: YudyPosted on 2020-11-22 -
I'm very interested in expressing myself powerfully with confidence and humility. Please address this balance and how to walk the line successfully.
By: MichelePosted on 2020-11-21 -
Hello My favorite one!! My name is pastor gabriel a from United States I am very glad to talk with you!
By: pastor gabrielPosted on 2020-11-21 -
How do you work with someone who has a fixed mindset?
By: Tina, Program Project ManagerPosted on 2020-11-20 -
No specific question, but very interested in this presentation!
By: Carina, Product DeveloperPosted on 2020-11-19 -
Tips on sounding authentic but also professional. Tips on how to influence and portray credibility when frequently being the youngest person in the room.
By: Alejandra, FinancePosted on 2020-11-19 -
This is a great topic! And already see some great questions being asked. My question is - What are your recommendations for communicating more clearly to a diverse group, i.e. one made up of...
By: HarriettPosted on 2020-11-19 -
Any tips for being more assertive or delivering bad news?
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How can you avoid jargon talk to stay authentic?
By: SPosted on 2020-11-17 -
I believe women have a tendency to over apologize ("Sorry, mind if I get past you?" "Oh yeah, sorry; my report was sent in a couple days ago. Sorry if you didn't see it.").
By: Vanessa, MarketerPosted on 2020-11-17 -
No specific question, would love to hear from the expert!
By: Shaliya, DevOps EngineerPosted on 2020-11-17 -
I don't have a specific question, but this webinar is right for me .... I have absolutely to improve and develop a more confident language pattern!
By: PatriziaPosted on 2020-11-17 -
What are some strategies to avoid words like "sorry" that have almost become a habit?
By: SwatiPosted on 2020-11-12 -
What question (s) to ask when I can't think of anything during a meeting - to be heard and provide a presence?
By: KirstinPosted on 2020-11-10 -
How might we frame suggestions in a way that isn't too meek, but also isn't too aggressive? As a consultant, I don't want to offend the client by telling them the baby's ugly, but at the same...
By: RebeccaPosted on 2020-11-10 -
What's the alternative to "does this make sense?"
By: KristinaPosted on 2020-11-07 -
When is it appropriate to use the word "just" ?
By: DeepikaPosted on 2020-11-05 -
Why do we apologize so much and what can we do/say instead? Can’t wait for the conversation!
By: JuliPosted on 2020-11-04 -
I sometimes find that when I ask why questions for projects or requests, they are met with resistance and can stunt progress or resolution. Is there a way to rephrase in a way that encourages...
By: Deauna, CommunicationsPosted on 2020-11-03 -
What makes specific words less powerful, and is there data behind this?
By: Camille, Customer SuccessPosted on 2020-10-31
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