Kilma Lattin, Native American Futurist, is founder and executive producer of OurWorlds.io/beta, a platform that uses extended reality to transform communication methods and foster equitable advancement of STEM in all communities.
When is it time to speak up for yourself (or a direct report) with regard to scope of responsibilities?
Work hard at your assigned job for at least six months to a year, help others be their best, build alliances, and contribute (daily) to the success of the organization. If you are doing these things and you find yourself in the position of needing to speak up, or otherwise advocate for yourself, then there is most likely a breakdown in the culture of the organization or the management — which is a whole separate can of worms.