What are some strategies to avoid getting steamrolled in conversations ?

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This book should really help you!
Gender, Communication, And The Leadership Gap By Heather M., Dare, Alexa Mackellar, Cunningham, Carolyn Crandall

Oooh thanks for this, I just interrupt now sometimes - I know it's rude, but whatever, still gotta say what I need to say

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