When was the last time you avoided asking for something you needed at work and what fear was really driving that avoidance?

Do you find yourself waiting for someone to notice your value instead of advocating for yourself and what might that silence be costing you?

What would change if you believed that asking for fair compensation was professional and appropriate, not greedy or entitled?

Today we're sharing how to confidently ask for a raise (or any other need at work) so you can overcome hidden fears and advocate for yourself effectively.

What you'll learn:

• Why "just ask" advice doesn't work (and what actually does)
• The hidden commitments keeping you from speaking up
• How to respond to "yes," "no," or "maybe later"
• Why asking for what you need is professional, not selfish

• Raquel the Capacity Coach
• Communicate Connect Thrive

Contact: communicationskillsforwomen@gmail.com

In this episode of the Communication Skills for Working Women Podcast, we explore why clear communication isn’t just a skill issue—it’s often driven by hidden fears and internal protection systems. We guide you through a practical, compassionate process to understand what’s really getting in the way of speaking clearly and confidently at work.

You’ll learn how well-intentioned habits like self-editing, rehearsing, and monitoring how you’re perceived are often strategies designed to protect belonging, approval, and safety. Rather than forcing yourself to “be bolder,” this episode shows you how to practice clarity in a way that feels grounded, authentic, and sustainable.

• Facebook Group: Develop Confidence in Relationships Through Effective Communication Skills
• Website: communicateconnectthrive.com
• Email: communicationskillsforwomen@gmail.com

If this episode supported you, please leave a review and share it with another working woman who wants to communicate clearly and confidently in the new year.

Until next time— Speak clearly, and listen bravely.

As the year comes to a close, this episode of the Communication Skills for Working Women Podcast invites you into a thoughtful year-end reflection focused on communication, emotional well-being, connection, and personal growth.

In this episode, we walk through a powerful and practical reflection exercise centered on what to leave behind and what to take forward into the new year. This process can be used in your personal life, workplace, leadership teams, families, and relationships to create clarity, closure, and renewed confidence.

We discuss how habits like taking offense, hiding, shame, anxiety, and disconnection can quietly undermine communication at work and at home—and how intentionally releasing them can open the door to calm, curiosity, creativity, and stronger relationships.

You’ll hear personal stories and real-life examples that demonstrate how curiosity instead of offense, and reflection instead of reactivity, can transform communication and help working women thrive emotionally, relationally, and professionally.

This episode also marks the closing of a chapter for the podcast and gently introduces the transition into a new season and direction ahead.

The end of the year is an opportunity to honor both the good and the difficult experiences—and to decide what you will carry forward. By letting go of anxiety and offense and choosing curiosity, reflection, and connection, you create space to communicate clearly, connect deeply, and thrive in the year ahead.

• Facebook Group: Develop Confidence in Relationships Through Effective Communication Skills
• Website: communicateconnectthrive.com
• Email: communicationskillsforwomen@gmail.com

If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review and share it with another working woman who wants to strengthen her communication skills and relationships.