June 29, 2026

422 | How to disagree with senior leaders without being confrontational

422 | How to disagree with senior leaders without being confrontational
422 | How to disagree with senior leaders without being confrontational
The Art of Speaking Up
422 | How to disagree with senior leaders without being confrontational
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Have you ever stayed quiet in a meeting because disagreeing with a senior leader felt too confrontational? In this episode, I'm teaching you the TATER Framework — a simple, four-step approach to disagreeing with your boss (or executive leaders) in a way that feels collaborative and not at all confrontational. This will help you manage up effectively and get credit for the leadership skills you bring to the room.

In this episode you'll learn:

-How to disagree with senior leaders without being adversarial

-A simple framework for pushing back at work with confidence

-How to speak up and be assertive even in high pressure rooms

-Why managing conflict at work doesn't have to feel aggressive or confrontational

-How to manage up effectively and get recognized for your expertise

-Communication strategies that build your executive presence and leadership credibility

Links:

Free 5 Phrases Worksheet: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/phrases/

The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/

1:1 Coaching:

https://jessguzikcoaching.com/coaching/