Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast

How can assertiveness contribute to increased kindness and compassionate interactions? By mastering assertiveness, you can foster personal growth, happiness, and strong relationships. This episode addresses common misconceptions about assertiveness and describes how it can be a powerful tool for kindness and effective communication. Learn how assertiveness enhances happiness, empathy, and respectful advocacy in both personal and professional settings. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ How assertiveness benefits your community and personal development. ✔️ Ways to build trust and strong relationships through assertiveness. ✔️ How becoming assertive can make you a more supportive and happier person. ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna's Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It's Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, 'Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership' where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You'll Like What Do You Stand For? How To Use Your Beliefs to Communicate Your Identity Cozy In Conversations: Warmth For Building The Know, Like, and Trust Factor Without Losing Credibility Add Calm and Connection To Your Assertive Communication How to Build Strong Connections With People: 4 Strategies Revealed Speak Your Mind: How Assertiveness Breeds Respect What People Get Wrong About Trust 5 Better Ways To Say Good Job Leadership and Advocacy: Creating Positive Change ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion 00:00 Introduction to Kindness and Assertiveness 00:54 Misconceptions About Assertiveness 01:29 Reason 1: Assertiveness Makes You Happier 03:13 Reason 2: Assertiveness Makes You More Present 05:12 Reason 3: Assertiveness Improves Your View of Others 07:21 Reason 4: Assertiveness Helps You Serve Others 07:46 Advocating for Others: Essential Conversations 08:24 The Impact of Assertiveness on Personal Growth 09:02 Assertiveness and Kindness: A Powerful Combination 10:45 Building Trust Through Honest Communication 11:58 Resources to Enhance Your Assertiveness Skills 12:35 Conclusion and Further Learning Opportunities

Natalie Ivey, a former HR executive and CEO of RPC, shares her expertise on navigating workplace issues like bullying, discrimination, and retaliation. She highlights the importance of internal investigations in protecting employee rights and maintaining a healthy work environment. Natalie discusses the complexities employees face when reporting allegations and the critical role managers play in supporting them. With personal stories and practical advice, she emphasizes open communication and understanding rights to effectively address conflicts in the workplace.

When was the first time you advocated for yourself? It may not be perfect, but it can certainly change your life. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ Recall your early lessons in self-advocacy for personal growth. ✔️ Why sometimes it's even better to be aggressive than to say nothing at all. ✔️ The importance of finding a mentor that will encourage you to advocate for yourself at work. ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna's Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It's Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, 'Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership' where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You'll Like Self-Advocacy at Work: Your Questions Answered Mastering Self-Advocacy at Work: 6 Proven Ways to Advocate for Yourself Assertive, Passive, Aggressive, or Passive-Aggressive? Which Is Your Communication Style What Do You Stand For? How To Use Your Beliefs to Communicate Your Identity Unleash Your Bold Voice: Master 6 Key Opportunities to Speak Up at Work Fear of Disappointing Others? Here's How to Still Speak Up and Thrive Turning Bias into Respect: 10 Proven Strategies to Overcome Discrimination in the Office 13 Proven Strategies to Foster Assertive Communication in Your Team How to Find a Mentor: 8 Proven Real-Life Examples for Success ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion

Are you looking to make a significant career change but feel daunted by the challenges ahead? Discover how Kendra Matthews successfully pivoted her career from customer service in telecommunications to software development and ultimately to information security in the financial industry. In this inspiring episode of the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast, Kendra shares her story of resilience, self-advocacy, and the importance of networking. Learn practical tips on how to confidently express your goals, advocate for yourself, and navigate career transitions effectively. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ Strategies for overcoming career transition fears ✔️ The importance of networking and self-advocacy ✔️ Tips for leveraging education to change career paths ✔️ How to handle rejection and keep moving forward ✔️ The role of positivity and faith in achieving career goals ✅ Follow Kendra Matthews on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendra-matthews-69627bb5/ ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna's Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It's Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, 'Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership' where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You'll Like Self-Advocacy at Work: Your Questions Answered Mastering Self-Advocacy at Work: 6 Proven Ways to Advocate for Yourself Assertive, Passive, Aggressive, or Passive-Aggressive? Which Is Your Communication Style How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome: Real Strategies How to Find a Mentor: 8 Proven Real-Life Examples for Success ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion

How can you cultivate and sustain courage in leadership? Discover how courageous leadership not only shapes your career but ignites change in your organization. This episode features Dr. Nicole Wieberneit, Senior Director at Microsoft, who shares her personal stories and practical strategies to lead with courage and authenticity, even when facing resistance. Learn how speaking up can foster support, build a trusted advisor role with customers, and balance personal values with professional demands. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ When to rely on courage to voice your concerns in a corporate setting. ✔️ Strategies for differentiating yourself with customers through expertise and passion. ✔️ Methods to overcome the fear of networking and build valuable connections. ✔️ The importance of authenticity, including asking for help and embracing your true identity. ✔️ Real-life examples of navigating organizational hierarchies and overcoming self-doubt to achieve career growth. ✅ Follow Nicole Wieberneit on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nwieberneit/ ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna's Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It's Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, 'Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership' where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You'll Like Breaking Barriers with Accountability and Influence: A Leadership Guide (with Mary Hope McQuiston) What Do You Stand For? How To Use Your Beliefs to Communicate Your Identity Unleash Your Bold Voice: Master 6 Key Opportunities to Speak Up at Work 23 Brilliant Questions to Ask in Meetings That Showcase Your Intelligence ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion

Do successful leaders always find it easy to speak up? Not necessarily. Join us in this episode as Mary Hope McQuiston, VP and General Manager at Autodesk's Education Business, shares her personal journey of overcoming societal and personal barriers to find her voice. Learn how she navigated difficult workplace situations, developed strategies for influencing without formal authority, and created a safe environment for her team to speak up. Mary Hope's stories and actionable advice will inspire you to find your voice and hold others accountable in any work setting. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ How to overcome the fear of speaking up and reclaim your voice. ✔️ Effective methods for holding colleagues accountable without formal power. ✔️ How to navigate the fine line between assertiveness and being labeled as "emotional." ✔️ Using decisive action to increase team trust. ✔️ How insufficient stakeholder communication can lead to lack of resources and failure. ✅ Follow Mary Hope McQuiston on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhmcquiston/ ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna's Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It's Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, 'Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership' where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You'll Like Rebranding Your Leadership: Combining Internal Values and External Traits Unabashedly Ambitious: How to Be Bold in Important Conversations (with Darlene Reina) How To Master the Art of Outspoken & Decisive Leadership (with Aditi Sharma) Proven Ways to Amplify Your Personal Brand Using Your Voice (with Daisy Xia) Disrupt Yourself: How to Be the Change You Want to See in Your Career & Leadership (with Anuradha Dodda) Influential Leadership: How to Harness EQ for Maximum Leadership Influence (with Tania Seger) 15 Ways To Be More Assertive If You Are Introverted, Emotional, Even If You Hate Conflict ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion

Learn practical techniques to confidently advocate for yourself, negotiate better outcomes, and build positive relationships. This episode covers strategies for effective communication, self-promotion, dealing with difficult coworkers and managers, and respecting hierarchy while asserting your ideas. Discover how to turn challenges into opportunities for growth and success in your career, leadership, and personal life. ✔️ Effective self-advocacy techniques for workplace and personal interactions ✔️ How to confidently ask for promotions, resources, and support ✔️ Strategies to handle difficult conversations and conflicts ✔️ Self-promotion tactics that don't come off as bragging ✔️ Ways to assertively communicate and gain respect. ✅ Join The Self-Advocacy Mastery Academy: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/selfadvocacymastery

Struggling to speak up for yourself at work? Learn six powerful ways to advocate for yourself without fear of pushback. This episode equips you with practical tips and techniques for effective self-advocacy in the workplace. Tune in to discover: ✔️Common Fears and Challenges in Speaking Up ✔️How to Be More Assertive, Bold, and Amplify Your Voice ✔️Unapologetic Self-Promotion and Steering Your Career ✔️Handling Conflicts and Disagreements ✅ Join The Self-Advocacy Mastery Academy: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/selfadvocacymastery

How can soft skills and emotional intelligence pave the way to career success? Discover the crucial role of self-leadership in professional growth, as expert Sandra Bauer, Senior Vice President of CX Strategy, shares her journey and advice. In this episode, we delve into the significance of mindset, emotional intelligence, and leading from within to achieve success. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ Key aspects of self-leadership in a professional setting. ✔️ The impact of mindset and emotional intelligence on career growth. ✔️ Real-life examples of effective self-advocacy and proactive problem-solving. ✔️ How to manage remote teams and foster a positive culture. ✔️ Tips for improving transparency and communication with your team. ✅ Follow Sandra Bower on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrabower/ Sandra recommends several resources for developing self-leadership and emotional intelligence, including: 1. Brene Brown on what Vulnerability Isn't 1. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worklife-with-adam-grant/id1346314086?i=1000510270643 2. Why Emotional Intelligence Is Important In Leadership 1. https://online.hbs.edu/blog/post/emotional-intelligence-in-leadership 3. Dr. Neha Sangwan - 5 Levels of Listening 1. https://intuitiveintelligenceinc.com/ 4. Peter Hawkins - 5 Capacities of High Performance Teams 1. https://www.leadershipcentre.org.uk/artofchangemaking/theory/5-capacities-of-high-performance-teams/ ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude 30 min Amplify Voices Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/assertiveway/amplifyvoicesstrategycall Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ Ivna's Unapologetic Voice Stories: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/ivnastories From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It's Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Listen on the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically podcast on Apple Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 ✅ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6L1myPkiJXYf5SGrublYz2 ✅ Order our book, 'Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership' where each strategy is also a real story: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Voice-Real-World-Strategies-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CW2X4WWL/ ✅ Follow the show host, Ivna Curi, on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/ ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company: http://assertiveway.com/workshops ✅ Other Episodes You'll Like Unleash Your Bold Voice: Master 6 Key Opportunities to Speak Up at Work 13 Proven Strategies to Foster Assertive Communication in Your Team Your Words Are Your Best Friend or Your Worst Enemy – Depends On How You Use Them (with Indrani Halder) 3 Actions that Showcase True Commitment and Support Find Your Bold Voice: 4 Things You Must Commit to Now Overcoming Fear of Failure: The Power of Experimentation (with Margaret Wang Johnston) Rebranding Your Leadership: Combining Internal Values and External Traits ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion

Many people feel underappreciated at work. Part of the problem is that most people express appreciation in their own preferred language rather than that of the recipient. Learn about the four primary appreciation languages—acknowledgement gestures, freedom living, opportunity advancing, and recognition proving—and discover practical tips for expressing and accepting appreciation to foster a more supportive and positive work environment. This episode is for both employees and leaders aiming for a more appreciative work environment. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ The critical impact of appreciation on employee retention and job satisfaction. ✔️ How to identify and communicate your unique appreciation language to others. ✔️ The four main appreciation languages and how they differ in the workplace. ✔️ Practical strategies for openly sharing and accepting appreciation. ✔️ Why role modeling and feedback are essential for fostering a culture of appreciation. ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude, Aggressive, or Offensive: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/assertivenotrude Sign Up for Our Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/ TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It's Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/ ✅ Other Episodes You'll Like Do You Make These Mistakes When You Praise People At Work? Unlock Team Communication: 14 Questions Leaders Must Ask The Self-Advocacy Guide to Engagement at Work (PART 1) The Self-Advocacy Guide to Engagement at Work (PART 2) ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion 00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Appreciation 03:07 Expressing and Accepting Appreciation 03:56 Role Modeling and Feedback 06:02 The Four Types of Appreciation Languages 06:13 Acknowledgement Gestures 07:12 Freedom Living 09:06 Opportunity Advancing 10:33 Recognition Proving 11:37 Choosing Your Appreciation Language 13:08 Conclusion and Next Steps