10 Hidden Costs of Staying Silent – Why We All Need Self-Advocacy

What are the real costs of staying silent? Staying quiet might seem like the safe choice, but the long-term consequences can be significant. Discover how silence can impact your career, health, happiness, and relationships. Through inspiring stories from figures like Arianna Huffington, Sheryl Sandberg, and Serena Williams, you’ll see why advocating for yourself is essential. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ How staying silent can lead to burnout and physical breakdown. ✔️ The importance of setting boundaries to prevent stress and resentment. ✔️ Why advocating for your health is crucial, as demonstrated by Serena Williams. ✔️ How overcoming fear in a male-dominated industry can lead to career advancement, as Mary Barra found. ✔️ The impact of believing in your bold vision, like Howard Schultz did for Starbucks.   ✅ Free Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/   ✅ 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 Making Your Voice Count: Self-Advocacy for Recognition and Respect Self-Advocacy at Work: Your Questions Answered Mastering Self-Advocacy at Work: 6 Proven Ways to Advocate for Yourself Speak Your Truth: 10 Tips to Becoming a Confident, Assertive Communicator Important Assertiveness Skills You Need At Your Job Level Conquer the 9 Most Common Hang-ups About Assertiveness   ✅ 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   ✅ Timestamps 00:00 Introduction: The Hidden Costs of Staying Silent 02:41 Arianna Huffington: The Price of Burnout 03:57 Sheryl Sandberg: The Importance of Setting Boundaries 05:25 Serena Williams: Advocating for Your Health 06:27 Mary Barra: Overcoming Fear in a Male-Dominated Industry 07:39 Howard Schultz: Believing in Your Bold Vision 10:17 Michelle Obama: Finding Fulfillment Beyond the Job 11:14 Viola Davis: Insisting on Better Roles 13:07 Marissa Mayer: The Toll of Overworking 14:11 Malala Yousafzai: Creating Positive Change 15:32 Lady Gaga: Speaking Up About Mental Health 16:39 Conclusion: Embracing Your Powerful Voice 17:41 Join the Self Advocacy Mastery Academy

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Reclaim your voice and use it to confidently advance your career, impact, and leadership potential with The Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast stories and tips. The podcast serves leaders seeking to amplify their voice and master assertive communication to better advocate for themselves and for others. Embrace your unique voice and learn how to express your thoughts confidently, authentically, and without fear of coming across as aggressive or of backlash. The Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast equips you with the tools to influence, be heard, outsmart biases, and foster a harmonious work environment. Elevate your communication skills with actionable strategies to tackle workplace challenges assertively. Listen, share, and transform your professional journey with The Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast. THE HOST Join Ivna Curi, the accomplished Managing Director of Assertive Way Institute, Forbes contributor, and MBA graduate from the prestigious INSEAD, as she shares invaluable insights, strategies, and real-life examples to help you overcome biases and navigate complex workplace dynamics. With a decade of experience leading teams at Fortune 500 companies and training over 20,000 students, Ivna is dedicated to empowering underrepresented voices to become influential and persuasive communicators. Drawing from her global experience and TEDx talk on "How To Speak Up Safely When It’s Psychologically Unsafe," Ivna's expertise spans four continents, making her a sought-after speaker at conferences, events, and podcasts. THE COMPANY Assertive Way Institute, the premier organization committed to nurturing assertive communication and promoting a strong speak-up culture in the workplace, offers interactive virtual and in-person talks and workshops to inspire and engage teams.