Good ideas that stay in your head help nobody.
Direct answer
To speak up in meetings, prepare one or two points beforehand, speak early before the conversation hardens, use a clear opener like "I have a suggestion", build on others' ideas and stay calm if interrupted. You can also share ideas in writing before the meeting.
Tips
- Prepare a point and a question.
- Speak in the first ten minutes.
- Use signposts: "Two quick points."
- Reference others: "Building on Sam's idea..."
- Handle interruptions: "Let me finish this point."
- Follow up in writing.
If you are not invited to speak
Ask the chair for a moment: "Could I add something?"
Where Teyro fits
Teyro's Speak Like a CEO course turns this into short lessons you can play in a few minutes a day. It has 50 lessons, and you can start free.
The bottom line
Prepared voices are heard. Start small and build the habit.
