Knowing when to speak is not always easy. Sometimes the moment calls for us to speak up. Other times, we may need to listen longer, learn more, or consider whether what we want to say will contribute anything meaningful.

In this upcoming Conversations That Count LinkedIn Live, Shelley, Bobby, and Sheri will explore how we make that distinction. Together, they will consider what motivates us to speak, how timing and context shape what others hear, and when silence reflects discernment—or carries consequences of its own.

We are often expected to respond immediately, offer an opinion, and take a position before we have had time to fully understand what is in front of us. Knowing when to speak is not only about having something to say. It is also about considering why we are saying it, whether we have enough information, and what the moment requires from us.

As with every Conversations That Count gathering, there will be no perfect answers—just honest conversation, different perspectives, and space to consider when our voices are needed, when listening may serve us better, and how we can tell the difference.

Join us for a thoughtful conversation about voice, silence, timing, and the responsibility that can come with each.

Registration is available via LinkedIn, and all are welcome to join the discussion.

In a time where conversations feel more divided, more reactive, and often more disconnected, the way we show up in our workplaces, our communities, and our conversations matters more than ever.

Civility is not just about being polite. It is about how we communicate, how we lead, and how we build trust in everyday moments that shape culture and relationships.

Join us for a thoughtful and engaging LinkedIn Live conversation during International Civility Awareness Month and ePIFanyNow™ Week of Kindness (May 11–15), where we will explore what it really means to show up with intention across leadership, media, and community.

This conversation is part of the How We Show Up: Conversations that Count series, exploring the behaviors, mindsets, and choices that shape leadership, communication, and culture in real time. Each conversation will focus on a timely and relevant topic.

For this conversation, we begin with civility.

On Saturday, April 18, from 1–4 PM in East Lansing, Michigan, two powerhouse guides come together again to lead a bold, practical, and deeply affirming experience for women who are ready to be heard, not just present.