In this follow-up episode of Speak Up & Blend In, we dive deeper into the subtle skills that make or break your success in U.S. business meetings—especially in fast-paced tech environments. If you’ve ever wondered how to express your opinion clearly without sounding pushy, or how to challenge an idea without creating tension, this episode is for you.

You’ll learn:

• How to be assertive, not aggressive: Speak with confidence, clarity, and respect
  
  
  
  


• Phrases and tone strategies for disagreeing politely
  
  
  
  


• How to manage a meeting effectively, whether you're leading or contributing
  
  
  
  


• Cultural expectations around decision-making, turn-taking, and follow-up

Whether you're an engineer, PM, or team lead, mastering these communication strategies will help you build credibility, foster collaboration, and navigate U.S. workplace dynamics with ease.

Tune in, level up your meeting game, and speak like you belong—because you do.

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