3. Raise Your Hand for Projects

05/13/20 • 7 min

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There’s a misconception that leadership means things just happen for you. You create your own opportunities. Tell your boss that you’d be interested in taking on an additional challenge and share your ideas for a project you have in mind. This episode shares tips for how to determine which projects are right for you and how to share this with your boss. Your One Bold Move: Raise your own hand.

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2. Speak Up in Meetings

How many times have you chosen not to speak up, even when you had a great idea, or the answer? You may have told yourself you were being respectful of others in the room. Or maybe you were too nervous to share your idea for perceived or real fear of being shot down. There’s that moment when you feel the importance of saying your piece, but you hesitate, and the moment passes. I’ve been there, too. This episode shares tips on how to speak up in meetings, whether they are large or small—even in our remote work environment. Your One Bold Move: Speak up in your next meeting to share your ideas or feedback.

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4. Follow Up On a Networking Conversation

You know the stack of cards at the bottom of your work bag with all those people you have been meaning to reach out to? Take the time to identify one person you most want to connect with again and send them an email. This episode provides tips and a template for what to say in your outreach email (even if it’s been years since you last spoke to the person!) Your One Bold Move: Reach out to reconnect with someone you met through your networking. #oneboldmove