02: Finding the courage to speak up in high stakes meetings

The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations · Aug 13, 2024 · 46m

Title: Finding the courage to speak up in high stakes meetings

Summary:

Conflict in high stakes meetings is inevitable. Whether it's a board meeting, a roundtable discussion, or a workgroup tasked with solving complex issues, the mix of opinions will always lead to debate.

When done well, it can spark new ideas and create an inclusive process where people feel invested in the outcome. Done poorly, you risk alienating everyone in the meeting.

But how do you find the courage to speak up in these types of meetings? Especially if you're a newer person or maybe even underrepresented, so you're not…