Is It A PROBLEM to Always Say SORRY?! | Men, Explain (ft. YGW Nic & Siyu)

Have you ever found yourself saying, "Sorry, just a quick question..." or "This might be a dumb idea, but..." at work? If so, you're not alone. Many women unconsciously over-apologize, over-explain, and self-censor in professional settings—but why does this happen, and how can we break the habit? In this episode, we explore workplace communication habits with Nic and Siyu, uncovering why some may feel the need to soften their words while others speak more freely—and what this means for one’s confidence and perception in the workplace.

00:00 Teaser
00:40 Introduction
01:40 How long have you been in the corporate world?
02:40 Do we over-apologies because we’re in Asia..?
03:24 Is there a difference being judged between men and women?
04:10 Women get judged more for their dressing than men at a workplace
04:40 Do we over-apologise because of the lack of confidence?
05:36 How can we bring across a point without lowering ourselves?
06:30 Are there any major changes from when you first started vs now?
07:40 Does your exposure to the older age-group of higher management affects anything?
09:00 Do you still find yourself apologizing?
10:20 Does this behavior translates to our personal lives as well?
11:30 Over-apologising for taking MCs
13:35 Over-explaining may cause people to tune out
14:22 Men are more emotionally detached at a workplace
15:20 Do you adapt yourself at different workplaces settings?
15:45 Is there a difference between female and male bosses?
16:00 Has there ever been a time where you had to tone yourself down?
17:10 Sonia got called into the bosses’ office?!
19:10 Tying your self-worth to what happens in the workplace?!
20:15 The most undeserving people gets promoted?
21:00 Can women break the habit of over-apologising?
21:40 What are your crutch words?
22:10 Is sorry a crutch word?
22:40 Getting called out for over-apologizing
23:57 Do men often get seen as mansplaining?
25:30 Conclusion

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Siyu - https://www.instagram.com/ssiiyu/?hl=en

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Men, Explain is a bold, unfiltered podcast where two men and two women come together for candid, thought-provoking conversations about gender, relationships, and the realities of modern life. Hosted by MediaCorp Radio DJs Sonia Chew and Avery Aloysius, each episode explores a different theme—from career ambitions and financial independence to dating, societal pressures, and navigating love in the digital age. By tackling real, relatable issues, we aim to bridge the gender divide and leave listeners with fresh perspectives, new insights, and maybe even a few mind-changing moments.

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