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Why speaking up for yourself feels impossible in the moment

I saw my colleague taking credit for my work in front of the CEO today and I just stood there saying nothing because I didn't want to seem petty.

Juana
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More people experience this than they realize.

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You're paralyzed by the fear that advocating for yourself will be perceived as weakness rather than strength.

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