Whether you want to ask your ride share driver to adjust the temperature in the car or you want to say no to an invitation without sounding rude, it’s tough to speak up sometimes.

Fortunately, Elaine Lin Hering has some great guidance that can empower you to use your voice. Elaine is a communication skills expert and the author of Unlearning Silence. Some of the things she talks about are why we struggle to speak, strategies for finding the best words, and how to find the courage to get your needs met.

Links & Resources

ElaineLinHering.com

Unlearning Silence

Instagram — @elainelinhering

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