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Women Stop Apologizing! Professor Maja

March 05, 2024 • Season 1 • Episode 142

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Changing a habit beings with the first stage... Awareness.

This post might be that for some women reading it……

Are you starting and ending your sentences with Sorry???

Perhaps you are unaware you are even doing it.

Sorry, Can I ask a questions?

Sorry, can you pass me the notebook

Sorry, what time will be wrapped up at?

When someone bumps in to you, what#$%&!

Why are we apologizing? They bumped into us.

Why do we do this?

To find out and also learn some replacement thoughts, phrases Tune in to my conversation with @professor Maja tomorrow.

Prof Maja, is a sought after public speaker, Sociologist, Confidence Builder, Ted X speaker and Author of Hey ladies stop apologizing and other career mistakes.

I guarantee after you listen to our conversation you will be more mindful of your word selection.

To be part of Professor Maja’s Research study: https://www.professormaja.com/research

Website:https://www.professormaja.com/

Ted Talkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8sYv_6uyss

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Introduction to Women in Sales Month and the challenges faced by women in the workplace related to confidence and communication.

Discussion of Professor Maja's ongoing global study on women's confidence and communication, including the impact of over-apologizing on perceived confidence.

Exploration of how childhood experiences and programming impact self-belief and self-worth in adulthood, with implications for parents and teachers.

Overview of the diverse scope of Professor Maja's study on women's confidence, including factors such as early childhood experiences, country of origin, and workplace dynamics.

Examination of the challenges faced by women in toxic workplaces, female rivalry, and gender division of household labor, highlighting the need for safety and non-judgmental spaces.

Discussion of the importance of finding micro moments of progress, success, and joy in the workplace and personal life, as well as the impact of creating a safe and non-judgmental environment.

Examples of how participants in the study have felt empowered to speak up, set boundaries, and challenge traditional behaviors, leading to positive changes in their lives.

Insights into the differences between men and women in issuing apologies, and the impact of over-apologizing on perceived confidence and assertiveness.

Examination of the tendency for women to be people pleasers, struggle with setting boundaries, and fear of disappointing others, impacting their confidence and assertiveness.

Discussion on how a CEO's behavior affected her confidence during a training session.

Exploration of replacing apologies with "thank you" or "excuse me" and the impact of over-apologizing on confidence.

Comparison of genuine apologies and habitual apologies, and the impact on self-perception and others' perception.

Insights into how habitual apologies can lead to perceptions of lacking confidence and competence.

Discussion on offering unsolicited support and bringing awareness to habitual apologies in a supportive manner.

Exploration of the impact of negative self-talk on confidence and strategies to challenge and change it.

Illustration of "spotting the success" as a strategy to recognize and celebrate small achievements in daily life

Explanation of the science behind saying positive affirmations out loud to reinforce self-compassion and positive self-talk

A strategy for visualizing accomplishments and reducing self-criticism.

Participants' diverse morning and nightly habits for strengthening confidence.

Encouraging children to engage in activities to boost confidence and resilience.

Exploring the intersection of self-worth and confidence, rooted in childhood experiences

Discussion on the negative influence of social media on children's confidence and well-being.

Challenges faced by women in male-dominated corporate environments and the need for cultural change.

The importance of fostering a supportive work environment to boost confidence and well-being.

Information on how to contact Professor Maja and participate in her study.