Why Speaking Up at Work Matters More Than You Think

How many times have you decided not to speak up at work?

Not to voice an objection in case of push-back?

Not to call out bad behavior for fear of retribution?

Not to add your idea because "they've probably already thought of it"?

We're depriving the teams around of us of excellent insight, ideas, and knowledge when we purposely hold back.

If any of this feels familiar to you, don't despair.

We are all icebergs, but sometimes some of the stuff below the surface definitely deserves to see daylight.

🧊 What if your idea could help change the trajectory of a project for the better?

🧊 What if your question clarified something that everyone else was unsure of?

🧊 What if standing up for a value helped everyone else feel more free to do the same?

The voices of self-doubt can be so loud, but usually if you're paying attention, the thing you want to say is likely really valuable to others. Next time you hear one of these, think about how speaking up might benefit the team, the project, or yourself.