![]() ![]() However, you can learn to become more comfortable in speaking up at work or in public. ![]() You will, most likely, never become an extrovert. Your body produces more of the stress hormones cortisol and adrenalin. Your sympathetic nervous system kicks in and moves you into survival mode. Your breathing will likely become more shallow and rapid. Your stomach may feel as if it is being twisted into knots. Take note of your physical responses when you have to speak up in the workplace. Remember that the fear of public speaking is extremely common, with some people ranking it higher than their fear of death. Some common fears that keep people from speaking up are the fear of making a mistake or being wrong, a fear of conflict, a fear of looking foolish, a fear of not being able to express oneself clearly, a fear of being judged harshly by others, and so on. What fears are keeping you from expressing yourself clearly and confidently in the workplace? I note that you do not have any difficulty speaking confidently with these people when you are outside the workplace. First, try to clarify what is holding you back from speaking up. ![]()
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