Take Credit for Your Ideas – 3 Strategies for Speaking Up

Has a colleague ever taken credit for your idea?

You walk into a meeting, ready to share your insight, but before you get the chance, someone else jumps in and claims it as their own.
Frustrating, isn’t it?

As an Executive Performance Coach, I work with professionals to build confidence, set boundaries, and ensure they get the recognition they deserve. One client recently faced this exact challenge—her idea was taken, and she froze, unsure how to respond.

Here’s how we turned it around with three simple yet powerful strategies:
✅ Clarify & Reclaim – Prepare a response like: “Just to clarify, that was my idea from yesterday’s discussion.” This asserts ownership without being confrontational.

✅ Recognise Your Value – Own your expertise and be proactive in protecting your ideas. Confidence in your worth makes it easier to speak up.

✅ Set Boundaries & Increase Visibility – Being recognised for your contributions is key for career growth. Speak up, ask questions, and make sure your ideas are heard.

By implementing these steps, my client was able to confidently share her ideas and gain the recognition she deserved. If this sounds familiar, try these strategies and start taking credit where credit is due!

Let’s connect—how do you handle situations like this in your workplace?

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