Giving Quote by Alyssa Mastromonaco
“I would encourage young women to find a person, give it your all, and leave it all on the field. The one thing I have found is that, if you are sitting at a table, most women will want to only give their opinion only when it's almost fact in their mind - whereas dudes will pontificate a lot more. And I will tell you, I've started pontificating a lot more, which is very satisfying. Women should not be afraid to speak.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Women in Leadership Forum, 2022
Encourages women to speak boldly, noting they often wait for certainty before sharing opinions, unlike men who speak more freely.
In simple terms: Women wait for certainty before speaking.
Speak confidently even when unsure.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- public speaking
- negotiations
- media interviews
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance confidence with humility?
- What strategies help you voice opinions early?
Over‑confidence can lead to misinformation.