Why people don't take you seriously when you speak (and how to fix it)

In this monologue, Matt discusses why people may not take you seriously in both personal and professional contexts, breaking down the reasons into factors that are out of your control and those within your control. He emphasizes that while it's easy to assume dislike is the primary reason, many controllable factors can influence how others perceive you. These include keeping promises to yourself and others, speaking confidently using downspeak and structured communication, and being thoughtful by considering the audience's perspective and delivering high-quality ideas. Matt advises focusing on what you can control, such as self-respect, consistent delivery, confident communication, and thoughtful contributions, to earn the respect of others.