Ep 99: Have a Take and Do Not Suck!

Why are we so afraid to say what we really think at work—or on LinkedIn?

In this episode, Ryan resurrects the classic Jim Rome mantra, “Have a take and don’t suck,” to explore why so many professionals stay silent in the face of important, even urgent, conversations. From DEI and layoffs to employee well-being and leadership accountability, too many people are editing themselves out of the discussion. Why? Fear of judgment, fear of getting it wrong, or simply not wanting to rock the boat.

But here's the thing: silence isn’t neutral—it’s a choice. And in a world that desperately needs bold, thoughtful voices, playing it safe is a leadership liability.

We dig into:
 🔥 Why the workplace rewards vanilla over vision
 📉 How employee engagement suffers when people feel like they can't speak up
 📢 Why strong takes (backed by insight) build credibility, connection, and culture
 📊 And what it means to speak up without sucking

If you're tired of the corporate echo chamber and craving real talk about leadership, courage, and finding your voice, this one’s for you.

Keywords: employee voice, leadership communication, workplace culture, psychological safety, bold leadership, LinkedIn engagement, professional courage, thought leadership, personal branding, employee engagement, authenticity at work