In this episode, Sarah dives into a topic that comes up all the time with the women she works with - how to find your voice in meetings and boost your visibility. Whether you're holding back out of fear, overthinking your contribution, or feeling overlooked, you're not alone. There are many reasons this can feel so hard - from internal confidence gremlins to external gender dynamics, and today we’re unpacking it all.

✨ If you’re ready to stop shrinking and start speaking with impact, this one is for you.

(02:00) Why speaking up in meetings can be such a challenge — and why it's not just you

(03:00) The hidden dynamics that affect women’s visibility and credibility in meetings

(04:00) The role of socialisation, confidence, and unconscious bias

(06:00) How to shift your perspective so the pressure doesn’t paralyse you

(07:00) Practical prep tips to help you feel confident and ready

(08:30) How introverts and extroverts can approach meetings differently

(09:30) Why speaking early in a meeting can be a game-changer

(12:30) Tips to show engagement and presence, even when you're not speaking

(13:30) Power gestures that can subtly increase your authority and presence

(14:30) How to manage interruptions and assert your voice when talked over

(15:30) The importance of post-meeting reflection to build confidence over time

Try This

Choose one or two of the ideas shared and put them into practice at your next meeting. Then take a few moments to reflect:

What went well?

What will I try differently next time?

Remember: this is a skill you can build. You don’t need to be the loudest voice in the room to be heard - you just need to find your voice and use it with purpose.

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You are capable of more than you know. Speak up. Show up. You don’t need permission to take up space.

Be unstoppable.