# Ep. 05 - Escalate, Educate or Let It Go? Choose Your Own Workplace Adventure

An episode of [WOMANufacturing](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1813802458), 6 Jun 2025, 28 min.

Audio: https://anchor.fm/s/103778bbc/podcast/play/102950726/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-20%2Fe1ec9d5b-dc6c-31e2-550e-89ef38165b86.mp3

Not every uncomfortable moment at work comes from bad intentions—but that doesn’t mean it didn’t land wrong. In this episode, Alicia and Justine dive into those “in between” situations—awkward comments, pet names, and moments where you walk away feeling dismissed or disrespected, even if no harm was meant. We share: • Tools for handling these situations without setting the building on fire • Why the impact matters more than the intent • How to build your confidence so you can speak up, even when it’s hard • The fine art of giving feedback without triggering defensiveness • Stories about standing up for others, even when it’s risky Whether you’re trying to take up space for the first time or figuring out how to help others do the same, this one’s packed with real talk and practical insight.

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