It can be sticky and
...sometimes-tricky in the world of negotiation, and we may find ourselves hesitant, reluctant, anxious, or unwilling to project the power of our voice and experience. I've stood there too, concerned about appearing aggressive and self-centered, afraid to claim what I deserved. But if we lean in more, those days could be behind us, especially when we stick together, share our knowledge and insights, and “clap” for each other.
Recognize this: We are women of excellence, value, and worth. Our ideas, our creativity, our contributions, they shape worlds. It's time to stand tall in our strength and wear our elegance as our armor.
Know Your Value: Let's continuously delve into ourselves and discover what we uniquely bring to the table as we grow and expand. Embrace your worth; it's the core of our success.
Speak Your Desire: Articulate what you want with truth, clarity, and conviction. Your dreams, your ambitions, they're not mere whispers; they're your commanding truths.
Practice Mastery: Yes, we’re talking about practice. Practicing is not merely preparation; it's empowerment. Forge your skills until they become second nature. Turn them into instruments of change.
Embrace Respectful Command: Address your counterparts with grace and confidence. A poised, respectful communication fosters collaboration, not conflict.
Manage Your Emotions: A calm, composed demeanor isn't a sign of detachment; it's the hallmark of wisdom. As the Journal of Applied Psychology reveals, emotional intelligence is our secret key to successful negotiations.
Celebrate Shared Success: The goal is not to conquer but to create, not to win but to grow and flourish together. Aim for outcomes where everyone feels victorious.
The path to accomplishing our goals is lined with self-awareness, practice, and the wisdom to communicate in a commanding yet respectful way. Let's step forward with a spirit that's not just about winning, but about enriching, enhancing, and evolving together.
No longer do we need to shy away from asking, from commanding, from thriving and prospering. Let us lead with our intuitive wisdom, infusing our negotiations with the feminine power that is our rightful inheritance.
Join me, and let's redefine what it means to be a feminine power player.
In Leadership and Sisterhood.
