Ever share a great idea at work—only to have it met with silence or a polite “we’ll think about it”?
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Even the best ideas often need to be voiced more than once before they’re heard.
It’s not personal. It’s science.
In this episode of The Leadership Lab, I sit down with Dena Lund, a trailblazing retired CEO and chemical engineer, who shares her practical “5x Rule”—a strategy that proves meaningful change often requires repeating your message five times, in five different ways, before it gains traction.
✨ The 5x Rule in action:
- Reframe your idea from a different angle—what matters most to your audience?
- Connect it to shared goals or values.
- Enlist allies to echo your message.
- Follow up in another setting—like a team meeting or one-on-one.
- Stay consistent. Persistence signals confidence, not pushiness.
Dena’s story is a reminder that sometimes, the difference between “no” and “yes” isn’t luck or timing—it’s tenacity.
If you’ve ever wondered how to get your ideas heard and acted upon, this episode will help you craft a plan, persist with purpose, and turn resistance into results.
🎧 Listen to Episode 10: Speaking Up at Work: Strategies for Making Your Voice Stand Out
Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
Closing thought:
Finding your voice isn’t about getting it perfect the first time — it’s about showing up again and again, until your message lands.
Let’s keep showing up with courage and clarity.
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