Stay humble

Emphasize that you’re offering your opinion, not gospel truth. “It may be a well-informed, well-researched opinion, but it’s still an opinion, [so] talk tentatively and slightly understate your confidence.”

Say, “This is just my opinion, but I don’t see how we will make that de...

Remember that your flaws don’t make you unlikable. They make you authentic, and there’s nothing more beautiful than that. Learn to embrace your imperfect and vulnerable side, see the beauty in it. That’s the starting point of true confidence.

However, also remind yourself that others are as...

Do:

• Explain that you have a different opinion and ask if you can voice it.
• Restate the original point of view or decision so it’s clear you understand it.
• Speak slowly — talking in an even tone calms you and the other person down.

Don’t: