Tired of saying "yes" to extra work, unrealistic deadlines, and blame that isn’t yours—just to keep the peace? You’re not alone. Discover how to swap people-pleasing for empowered self-advocacy with battle-tested scripts, confidence boosters, and a no-bullshit blueprint for setting boundaries.

Learn why your values are your secret weapon, how to turn "pushover" into "respected negotiator," and why that promised promotion often vanishes when you don’t speak up.

Highlights

(Key insights with timestamps)

• (0:00 ) The People-Pleaser Trap: Why saying "yes" erodes your value—and trains others to exploit you.
• (1:37 ) 10 Red Flags You’re Being Undervalued: Extra work without recognition, micro-management, sacrificed work-life balance, taking blame for others’ mistakes.
• (3:56 ) Warwick’s Burnout Story: How silent compliance at Expedia led to 12 months of unpaid overtime and broken promises.
• (6:48 ) Your Values Compass: Journaling + morning pages to spot compromises before they crush you.
• (8:00 ) Confidence Hack for Introverts: Role-play tough conversations first—plus the book that rewires self-doubt (Networking for Introverts).
• (9:44 ) Boundary Scripts That Work:

1. "I’m focused on X right now; I can tackle this by [date]."
2. "I can’t take this on—here’s who can help."

• (11:02 ) The "Interruption Intervention": How Warwick stopped team hoverers with calendar boundaries.
• (12:49 ) Risk-Framing Magic: The exact argument that won Warwick extra headcount ("Unsupported clients WILL leave").
• (14:10 ) Free Coaching Alert: Join The KAM Club’s open office hours for practicing your pitch.

Resources

• Book Suggestion: ⁠Networking for Introverts⁠ (confidence-building playbook).
• Morning Pages: ⁠ Journaling technique to reflect on your values and daily experiences.

Your Next Steps

(Start today—no permission needed)

1. Spot Your "Yes" Weak Spot: Pick one recurring demand that drains you (e.g., after-hours emails).
2. Script Your Pushback: Use Warwick’s templates above verbatim.
3. Pre-Game Tough Talks: Role-play with a friend (or your cat!).
4. Journal Your Win: Note how it felt to hold the line.

Stop Apologizing. Start Advocating.

• Find Your Assertive Voice: Join The KAM Club for live role-play workshops, boundary scripts, and 1:1 coaching to turn pushbacks into promotions.
• LinkedIn Action Prompt: Share one boundary you're setting this week at work—and tag Warwick (@warwickabrown) to celebrate your assertive step!

Silence serves others. Your voice serves your future. 🌅🗣️