Ep 115: When to Skip the ‘Sorry’: A Guide to Apologising Less

We explore why we over-apologise - that unconscious 'sorry' many of us use as a filler word that actually diminishes our impact at work and beyond. Women apologise up to three times more than men, creating a gender apology gap with real costs: undermining authority, reinforcing negative power dynamics, and even hurting pay negotiations! We discuss when apologies are actually warranted (letting someone down, making mistakes with consequences) versus when to skip it entirely (taking up space, as conversation filler, or setting boundaries). Try our 72-hour reset challenge to rewire your brain and break the sorry habit. Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at ⁠www.powrsuit.com.