How to Speak with Joy instead of with Fear, for Self and Team (with Jin Zhang)

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company:  http://assertiveway.com/workshops What if speaking your mind could be joyful? In this episode, Jin Zhang shares how she transformed fear of speaking and judgement into joy of speaking her mind, and how embracing speaking with joy led to several unexpected and unique opportunities. Jin Zhang is an Engineering Director at Meta, instructor at Stanford Continuing Studies, and a TEDx speaker. In this episode she shares: ✔️How speaking with joy in 2 job interviews led to better-than-expected jobs ✔️The first step to convert fear of speaking into joy of speaking ✔️3 strategies leaders can use to unleash the joy within their teams ✔️Where to find joy when speaking your mind ✔️Why when you speak about joy, it’s very likely that you’ll end up speaking with joy   Resources mentioned in this episode Listen to Jin's TEDx talk to learn about more job opportunities in Tech:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYVgXpxy9Ps&t=1s   Jin's DIY talk, more tips on growth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AoeLpOK75-U   Jin's product and innovation class at Stanford, registration is open NOW: https://continuingstudies.stanford.edu/courses/professional-and-personal-development/why-minimum-viable-product-is-no-longer-enough/20224_BUS-285    Follow Ivna Curi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/     Other Episodes You’ll Like 6 Reasons Why Mellow, Friendly, Joy Sparking Marie Kondo Is Assertive: https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/6-reasons-why-mellow-friendly-joy-sparking-marie-kondo-is-assertive How To Normalize Speaking Up: What Individuals And Organizations Can Do (With Helen Afford): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/how-to-normalize-speaking-up-what-individuals-and-organizations-can-do-with-helen-afford 5 Reasons Why Being More Assertive Actually Makes You Kinder: https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/5-reasons-why-being-more-assertive-actually-makes-you-kinder Do You Make These Mistakes When You Praise People At Work?: https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/do-you-make-these-mistakes-when-you-praise-people-at-work How To Build Professional Relationships With Executives As A Non-Executive - Tips from a Sr. Director of Engineering in Tech (With Bao Chau): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/how-to-build-professional-relationships-with-executives-as-a-non-executive-tips-from-a-sr-director-of-engineering-in-tech-with-bao-chao How To Advocate For Yourself Even If You’re A People Pleaser Or Have Impostor Syndrome (With Erika Diaz): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/how-to-advocate-for-yourself-even-if-youre-a-people-pleaser-or-have-impostor-syndrome-with-erika-diaz 17 Free Ways To Bring Joy And Happiness To Others: https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/17-free-ways-to-bring-joy-and-happiness-to-others   Free Resources Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles:  https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/   Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ 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/   Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops   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   Podcast Topic Compilations 8 Real Life Examples On How To Deal With Difficult Coworkers (Compilation): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/8-examples-on-how-to-deal-with-difficult-coworkers Mastering Mentor & Sponsor Connections: Insider Advice from 5 Trailblazing Professionals (Compilation): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/mastering-mentor-sponsor-connections-insider-advice-from-5-trailblazing-professionals How To Find Courage To Speak Up (Compilation): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/how-to-find-courage-to-speak-up-4-examples 4 Examples On How To Get The Promotion You Want (Compilation): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/4-examples-on-how-to-get-the-promotion-you-want 4 Tips On How To Successfully Share Your Ideas At Work (Compilation): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/4-tips-on-how-to-successfully-share-your-ideas-at-work-compilation How To Cope With Stress At Work (Compilation): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/how-to-cope-with-stress-at-work-compilation     #SpeakingWithJoy #OvercomingFear #PublicSpeaking #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #JoyInWork #Empowerment #JoyfulCommunication #MindsetShift #CareerAdvancement #WomenInTech #TEDxSpeaker #EmotionalIntelligence #JinZhang #MetaEngineering #StanfordContinuingStudies #JoyfulLeadership #SpeakYourMind #TeamBuilding #ProfessionalDevelopment

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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.