For a long time, I got feedback that I was “too aggressive” in how I communicated — too much, too fast, too bold. (How many women have gotten similar feedback?) At some point, I got overwhelmed by that feedback and I decided to stop talking so much. But once I started down that path, I couldn’t seem to stop; it got harder and harder to speak up in meetings, and easier to focus on elevating the voices of others rather than sharing my imperfect opinion.
I am really happy I found your publication, a lot of these topics are ones I didn’t know how to tackle and you’ve put it right on the page. Thank you for being so intentional. I’ve learned so much in the past 5 minutes.
If I may add to "having a clear goal". Have a clear POV and ideal solution in mind, even if you don't always to push it forward exactly you envision it. This is super important as you are at mid/senior level. Try to lay out the alternatives you have thought of, pros/cons in context that is easy to digest and/or help guiding discussions. For example, I like putting variables and parameters in tables.
Yesterday I discussed challenges and structural issue the current PM team faced with my manager and the GM of the business; while we mostly agreed on direction, I recap action items on both parties and myself. I too, need to hold them accountable especially support is required at their level.
So relatable. Thank you for writing this post.
I am really happy I found your publication, a lot of these topics are ones I didn’t know how to tackle and you’ve put it right on the page. Thank you for being so intentional. I’ve learned so much in the past 5 minutes.
That's a very insightful post, thanks for your perspective!
Double likes! Cannot agree more.
If I may add to "having a clear goal". Have a clear POV and ideal solution in mind, even if you don't always to push it forward exactly you envision it. This is super important as you are at mid/senior level. Try to lay out the alternatives you have thought of, pros/cons in context that is easy to digest and/or help guiding discussions. For example, I like putting variables and parameters in tables.
Yesterday I discussed challenges and structural issue the current PM team faced with my manager and the GM of the business; while we mostly agreed on direction, I recap action items on both parties and myself. I too, need to hold them accountable especially support is required at their level.