How to speak up in meetings with greater confidence?

Speaking up is not the same as talking loud or lots. Try 3 confidence boosters without having to “out talk” anyone at meetings:

1. Elevate someone else. You can validate, reinforce, or ask for clarifications when someone else has a good idea. This takes the pressure of you to “perform” – you’re supporting another colleague and speaking up to benefit all involved.
2. Get on the agenda! Because they’re usually prepared ahead of time, you will know in advance when/where/what you’ll talk about and you can rehearse. You can even propose the agenda item or volunteer to create the agenda yourself.
3. NEVER start with confidence downers “I’m sorry if”, “sorry, but”, or “sorry if this has been covered.” Say what you want to say!

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