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1. In the past 4-6 weeks, which of these situations have you experienced? (Select all that apply)
Holding back a view or concern I believed was important
Saying something, but not as clearly or directly as I wanted
Seeing a risk, issue, or blind spot that wasn’t being addressed
Challenging a decision or direction
Replaying a conversation where I wish I had said more (or said it differently)
Speaking up and feeling it landed well
None of these
2. Which ONE of these do you find most challenging? (Select one)
Speaking up when I see something others don’t
Being clear and direct without over-softening
Challenging senior stakeholders or authority
Influencing decisions when there are strong opposing views
Holding my ground when there is pushback or resistance
3.Where do you find it most difficult to speak with clarity and influence? (Select one)
My team
My peers at the same level
My manager/senior leaders or executive stakeholders
Across teams or functions
In group or boardroom settings
With external stakeholders (e.g. customers, partners)
4. What is the biggest impact of not speaking up or influencing effectively right now? (Select one)
Risks or issues not being addressed
Decisions being made that I don't fully support
Missed opportunities or weaker outcomes
Loss of credibility or influence
Personal frustration or internal conflict
5. What have you already tried, to improve how you handle these situations? (Select all that apply)
Training or workshops
Coaching
Preparing more carefully in advance
Self-directed learning (books, podcasts, etc.)
Choosing my moments more selectively
Saying nothing and letting things play out
Nothing specific
6. If this significantly improved how you speak up and influence in high-stakes situations, which would you be most likely to consider? (Select one)
A short, practical workshop
On demand/'Just in time' coaching support for real situations as they arise
A structured programme to build capability over time
One to one coaching support
I wouldn't invest at this stage
7. What would be most useful to you right now? (Select up to two)
A clear framework for speaking up effectively
Support preparing for specific high-stakes conversations
Feedback on how I show up and land my message
Real time coaching in critical moments
A structured programme to build influence and credibility over time
8. How much of a priority is this for you right now? (Select one)
Not urgent
Increasingly important
Urgent
Critical
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