Connson
Chou Locke
Professor (Education) in Management, Psychologist, Speaker and Author of ‘Making Your Voice Heard’.
Making Your Voice Heard
Connson's latest book
A fresh take on how to influence others regardless of your gender or background, based on the hugely popular sell-out Guardian Masterclass. Drawing on the latest research in social psychology, Connson Locke looks at why we are prone to miscommunicate and how to overcome these barriers.
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What does it really take to speak up and be heard at work? In this episode, we talk to Professor Connson Locke of the London School of Economics, psychologist, speaker and author of ‘Making Your Voice Heard’, about why influence is about far more than having the best idea in the room. From power dynamics and credibility to imposter phenomenon, gender stereotypes and cultural difference, this conversation explores the often invisible forces that shape who gets heard and why. Brought to life through stories, examples, and formidable research, it is an insightful episode about confidence, curiosity and learning how to adapt your approach so your message lands.
The ability to influence others is the key to career success, even if you don't hold a formal leadership position.
This article explores practical strategies Professor Connson Locke shared with me during our conversation for my podcast, Frontiers, for gaining influence, beating self-doubt, and challenging gender biases to help you thrive in your career.
You can listen to the entire conversation on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all other major platforms. It's episode 28.
Over the last several decades, more and more leadership research has highlighted the need for leaders to create an environment where disparate and diverse opinions and approaches are elicited and incorporated into decision making. If leaders can manage that, they can more easily avoid premature consensus and narrative fallacies, thereby improving performance.
