We’ve all been left off the invite list before. You find out about an important meeting — one whose outcome affects you and your team — after it happens. When you’re overlooked for a meeting it feels bad personally and professionally. Being left out can conjure up grade school emotions of being excluded or feeling like your opinion and input aren’t valued. And being the last to learn about key decisions can set your team back, and bring your leadership into question. When you don’t get a seat at the table and it’s negatively affecting your team’s ability to collaborate, coordinate, and communicate as they work toward your organization’s goals, it’s your responsibility to come forth, advocate for yourself and your team, and raise the issue in a constructive manner.