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Are you holding yourself back from the executive roles you deserve simply because you think powerful executive presence isn’t in your DNA?
Think again. The game is changing, and your strengths as an introvert might just be your secret weapon.
If you're a high-performing, detail-oriented leader who struggles with public speaking or believes you're not "naturally" suited for leadership roles, this episode is your wake-up call. It’s time to turn those perceived weaknesses into your biggest career advantage.
In this episode, we explore how introverts can thrive in leadership and develop an authentic executive presence without changing who they are.
By the end of Laura’s powerful conversation with Hugh Massie you’ll know:
🌟 That many top CEOs and leaders are actually introverts—and how they leveraged their strengths to rise to the top.
🧠 How to develop a "quantum leap" growth mindset that propels your career forward exponentially, not just linearly.
💼 Ways to harness your natural talents and adapt your communication style for bigger leadership roles—without pretending to be someone you’re not.
Stop letting self-doubt hold you back. Play this episode now and learn how to transform your introverted strengths into executive power.
For more information on fast-tracking your executive presence development through Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day intensive set up 15 minutes to chat with her about accelerating your career path here.
About our guest:
Hugh Massie is a widely recognized Behavioral Solutions Architect who addresses every opportunity and challenge from the proven perspective of “behavior makes money”.
The direct connection between leadership financial behavior and company profitability has been proven for the first time. See his short video which provides an overview: https://youtu.be/HCA2V_XLtCs
The Pegasus Behavioral Ratings System is an AI-driven leadership rating platform that uses unbiased measurement to predict which CEO and Key Executives will likely succeed in this fast-changing world to create future financial potential.
You can download the Pegasus Rating Report here: https://landing.dnabehavior.com/pegasus-ratings-report
Hugh helps growth-minded leaders create an Exponential Future by building “category king” people-centric businesses using behavioral data, and in the process, enhance financial decision-making, culture, and performance.
About Speak Up:
For more information on Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day intensive set up 15 minutes to chat with her about accelerating your career path here.
In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities.
By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome.
Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.
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314: How Being An Introvert Makes You A MUCH Better Leader & Innovator (esp with AI!)
Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
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Are you holding yourself back from the executive roles you deserve simply because you think powerful executive presence isn’t in your DNA?
Think again. The game is changing, and your strengths as an introvert might just be your secret weapon.
If you're a high-performing, detail-oriented leader who struggles with public speaking or believes you're not "naturally" suited for leadership roles, this episode is your wake-up call. It’s time to turn those perceived weaknesses into your biggest career advantage.
In this episode, we explore how introverts can thrive in leadership and develop an authentic executive presence without changing who they are.
By the end of Laura’s powerful conversation with Hugh Massie you’ll know:
🌟 That many top CEOs and leaders are actually introverts—and how they leveraged their strengths to rise to the top.
🧠 How to develop a "quantum leap" growth mindset that propels your career forward exponentially, not just linearly.
💼 Ways to harness your natural talents and adapt your communication style for bigger leadership roles—without pretending to be someone you’re not.
Stop letting self-doubt hold you back. Play this episode now and learn how to transform your introverted strengths into executive power.
For more information on fast-tracking your executive presence development through Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day intensive set up 15 minutes to chat with her about accelerating your career path here.
About our guest:
Hugh Massie is a widely recognized Behavioral Solutions Architect who addresses every opportunity and challenge from the proven perspective of “behavior makes money”.
The direct connection between leadership financial behavior and company profitability has been proven for the first time. See his short video which provides an overview: https://youtu.be/HCA2V_XLtCs
The Pegasus Behavioral Ratings System is an AI-driven leadership rating platform that uses unbiased measurement to predict which CEO and Key Executives will likely succeed in this fast-changing world to create future financial potential.
You can download the Pegasus Rating Report here: https://landing.dnabehavior.com/pegasus-ratings-report
Hugh helps growth-minded leaders create an Exponential Future by building “category king” people-centric businesses using behavioral data, and in the process, enhance financial decision-making, culture, and performance.
About Speak Up:
For more information on Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day intensive set up 15 minutes to chat with her about accelerating your career path here.
In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities.
By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome.
Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.
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1 400: Why That Project You Care About Will Never Get Approved (Unless You Change This One Thing) 10:14
In today’s episode you’ll discover why your passion project to make meaningful change keeps getting sidelined. Not because the idea lacks merit, but because of an invisible persuasion deficit you haven't addressed If your passion project keeps getting sidelined despite its potential, the problem isn’t your idea—it’s how you’re pitching it. High-performing introverts often lead with enthusiasm, but that excitement might be accidentally triggering resistance rather than buy-in. To set up a quick call to see if the Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here . By the end of this episode you’ll learn: 🤨Why your passion can accidentally sabotage your pitch 👀 How to spot when your approach is triggering resistance instead of support. 💰The simple reframing trick to turn your idea into their must-have solution. Listen now to learn how to transform your overlooked passion project into a career-defining success with one powerful mindset shift. Ready to turn your big idea that hasn’t launched yet into a success story? I’ve got a tool for you: the Executive Presence Mastery System. It’s designed to help you reframe, connect, and get that ‘yes’ you’ve been chasing. Book a discovery call with me—I’ll walk you through how to revitalize your project and make it unstoppable. Click here to schedule a quick call to see if this is a logical next step for you or head to www.speakupwithlaura.com Let’s make your next pitch the one that changes everything. For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com . Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
1 399: The Introvert's Dilemma: Why Being Yourself Is Both Essential and Insufficient for Executive Roles 7:45
In today’s episode you’ll discover why the advice to 'just be yourself' is both the most important and most misleading guidance for introverted leaders ever. If you're a high-performing introvert struggling to balance authenticity with executive presence, this episode is your permission slip to stop forcing what doesn't feel natural. The corporate advice to “speak up more” often leaves introverts feeling stuck, drained, or worse — invisible. To set up a quick call to see if the Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here . In this episode, you'll discover: 👍🏻Why the tension between being authentic and having executive presence is a complete myth. 🧠The #1 mindset shift that lets introverted leaders stand out without selling out. 🎯Practical strategies to speak up, add value, and command attention — while still feeling 100% like yourself. Press play now to learn how to turn your introvert strengths into your ultimate leadership advantage. If this resonates with you—if you’re tired of feeling stuck between being yourself and being seen—I want to invite you to take the next step. Book a call with me using the link above or here at www.speakupwithlaura.com and together, we’ll uncover the specific barriers holding you back and explore whether my Executive Presence Mastery System is the right fit to help you achieve the impact and recognition you’re capable of. For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com . Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
1 398: 5 Signs You're Undervalued at Work & How to Reclaim Your Identity for Long-Term Success 30:52
In today’s episode you’ll discover how to know if you’re being undervalued at work and what to do about it. Many top talent professionals are burning out not because of a lack of ability, but because they’re stuck in environments that don’t see or leverage their full value. In this episode, Charles Brown shares a hard-hitting, deeply personal conversation on what causes even the most capable leaders and technical pros to feel undervalued—and how to flip that dynamic using clarity, identity, and real-world strategy. By the end of today’s episode you’ll: ➜ Learn how your true identity shapes your leadership presence—and how misalignment leads to frustration. 🔥Discover the difference between being “nice” and being effective —and how that subtle shift can change your career trajectory. ✅Understand how to apply Lean Six Sigma thinking to your own mindset and value proposition—especially in knowledge work. Tune in now to learn how to define your value, ditch the people-pleasing, and show up with executive presence that’s rooted in who you really are. Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right —delivering great work, being the team player—and still, you’re somehow not getting the recognition, promotions, or influence you’ve earned? It’s not about working harder. It’s about being seen differently. The truth is, executive presence isn’t about faking confidence or becoming someone you’re not. It’s about turning up the volume on who you already are. That’s exactly what we do in my 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System. You’ll uncover blind spots that are quietly holding you back, learn to communicate with authority without losing your authenticity , and master the four key leadership signals that senior executives recognize and reward. If you’re ready to stop being overlooked and start being trusted , heard , and promoted —let’s talk. Book your free discovery call here . About our guest: Charles Browne helps high-consequence leaders thrive in demanding roles by mastering executive presence, decisive leadership, and peak performance under pressure. With a career spanning nuclear engineering, fast-attack submarines, corporate leadership, and high-performance coaching, he brings a unique blend of precision, discipline, and human behavior expertise to leadership development. As the author of The Pursuit of Identity & Purpose and a Certified Nice Guy Coach, Charles has coached over 200 clients, helping them transition from reactive, hesitant decision-making to calm, confident leadership in the face of extreme pressure. His LEAD Coaching Program (Leadership Excellence and Development) is designed for emerging executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders navigating high-stakes transitions. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
In this episode you’ll discover how to hook any audience in just seven seconds. 💡 If you're leading a team, pitching a big idea, or stepping into senior leadership, those opening seconds are critical. This episode dives into how high-performing introverts can instantly elevate their presence and authority by mastering one overlooked communication skill: anticipation. To schedule an Executive Presence Mastery System discovery call with Laura click here . By the end of today’s short episode you’ll know: 🎯The power skill that instantly commands attention and signals leadership to everyone in the room. 🔥How this executive presence ability positions YOU as someone with insight worth following. 🪝4 Different Ways to Hook an Audience in the First Seven Seconds. Listen now to master the one presentation skill that instantly boosts your authority and executive presence. If you find yourself stuck with uninspiring not-compelling presentations problem, and it's making you feel like you’re going nowhere professionally compared to your potential, but you really want to be seen as executive material...that's why we created the Executive Presence Mastery System to give you the 1-1 guidance you need to short cut your way to the c-suite without changing your personality. If you're interested, look above in these show notes, click the first link you find or visit www.speakupwithlaura.com and find a time that works for you. I'd love to show you how our program can help you take things to that next level! For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com . Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
1 396: Are You Designing Your Presentation to Fail Without Realizing It? Leaving THIS Out Means Zero Executive Presence 10:47
In today’s episode, you’ll discover why even the most polished, data-packed presentations can fall flat—and what’s secretly sabotaging your impact without you even noticing. If you're a high-performing introvert or analytical thinker who pours time into crafting meticulous presentations—only to receive polite nods or blank stares—this episode is your wake-up call. Discover what’s silently sabotaging your impact and holding back your executive presence. By the end of this short episode you’ll: 🔑 Learn the #1 secret ingredient missing from most data-heavy presentations 🧩Discover 3 simple ways to add emotion and connection without sacrificing credibility 3️⃣ Understand how to transform your delivery to boost recognition and leadership potential Listen now to uncover the subtle shifts that turn good presentations into powerful, career-elevating moments. If you’re ready for the next career move, check out Laura Camacho’s 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System to uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day executive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com . Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
1 395: Rewire Your Brain for Exceptional Leadership, Confidence, and Charisma with One Mindset Shift Part 2 of 2 20:31
In today’s episode you’ll discover if your group’s inadequate performance is a competence gap or a mindset issue. As a leader, you've likely encountered employees who are capable but constantly hold themselves back. Maybe they hesitate to speak up, second-guess themselves, or sabotage their own progress. In this episode, mindset expert John Assaraf shares how leaders can become transformational mentors , using neuroscience-backed tools to help team members shift their identity and build unshakable self-worth. In this 2nd part of my conversation with Mindset Master John Assaraf you’ll learn: 🔑 How to approach confidence issues among your reports with empathy, clarity, and practical steps. 🔥The reality that the Law of Consistency Compounds and how tiny actions create massive change over time. ✅Ways to help turn employees into leaders using simple identity-building practices. Tap play now to learn how to help your team members break out of self-doubt and start showing up with power, purpose, and confidence. If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System , a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. New episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Check us out at www.speakupwithlaura.com About our guest: John Assaraf aka " The Brain Whisperer " is one of the leading high performance, success coaches in the world. He is a behavioral neuroscience researcher who has appeared numerous times on Larry King live, Anderson Cooper and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. As CEO and co-founder, he grew Re/Max of Indiana from startup to 85 offices and 1200 sales associates who sold over $4 Billion a year. John was also one of the founders of Bamboo/IPIX that went public on NASDAQ with a market cap of $2.5 Billion. John has written 4 books including 2 New York Times best sellers that have been translated to 35 languages. He is the creator of the “Innercise” movement and has been featured in 11 movies, including the blockbuster hit “The Secret” and “Quest For Success” with Richard Branson and the Dalai Lama. Today, he is CEO of MyNeuroGym.com, a neuroscience based company, dedicated to helping individuals strengthen their mindset, so they achieve their goals and dreams… faster and easier than ever before. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
1 394: Why Being a High Performer Is Stopping You From Being Promoted (& it's not what you think) 10:05
In today’s episode you’ll learn how the invisible ceiling is holding you back as a high performer and how it’s costing you thousands in lost opportunities and what to do about it. If you’ve been the go-to problem solver, the behind-the-scenes genius, and the person with all the answers—but you’re still not getting promoted—it’s not your skills that are lacking. You might be trapped under a silent career ceiling that most high performers don’t even know exists. By the end of this short episode you will: 🔥Learn the surprising reason why excellence alone isn’t enough to land the raise or promotion you’ve earned. 💰Identify clear signs that you're being seen as a doer—not a leader—and how to shift that perception. 🔑Discover the hidden financial cost of staying invisible and how to strategically boost your visibility without faking a loud personality. Press play now to learn the mindset shift and visibility strategy that helps introverted high performers finally get recognized—and rewarded—for their leadership potential. If you’re feeling stuck professionally despite being a high performer, Laura Camacho’s 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System can grease the wheels to get that next promotion. We will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day executive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com . Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
1 393: Stop Flailing Trying to Gain Influence Like an Extrovert and Use THESE Nonverbal Cues for Leadership Impact 12:56
In today’s episode you’ll learn why being told to “speak up more” or “put yourself out there” to get noticed by senior execs is not serving you or helping you. If you're a high-performing introvert, you’ve likely felt pressure to dial up your extroversion to get noticed. But what if the real power lies in doing less—strategically? This episode explores how you can wield quiet influence through aesthetic intelligence —a game-changing framework for expressing executive presence without sacrificing authenticity. In today’s episode you’ll learn: 🎯Why trying to influence like an extrovert drains your energy and doesn’t work 🛠️The subtle details that actually speak louder than words in executive communication 🧠How these refined nonverbal actions leave a lasting impact on sophisticated leaders Press play to unlock your untapped influence using aesthetic intelligence and start leading powerfully—without saying a word too many. Aesthetic intelligence is just one powerful tool to build your executive presence. Charisma’s your power to attract, influence, inspire—and it’s 100% trainable. It’s your edge to lead, win, and bank more. Want the full system? My 90-day Executive Presence Mastery System turns these tactics into your daily superpower. In the 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System we’ll uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day executive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com . Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
1 392: Rewire Your Brain for Exceptional Leadership, Confidence, and Charisma with One Mindset Shift Part 1 of 2 27:56
In today’s episode you’ll discover if your lack of exceptional executive presence comes because you think you’re not “ready”—or is your mindset playing tricks on you? Whether you're struggling to speak up in meetings, get noticed by senior leadership, or ask for that well-deserved raise, the real issue might not be your skills—but your inner beliefs. In this powerful episode with mindset expert John Assaraf, we unpack the invisible barriers stopping high-potential professionals from owning their voice and advancing in their careers. In today’s episode part one of my conversation with Mindset Master John Assaraf you’ll learn: How the Law of Secondary Gain silently reinforces your self-doubt How to identify whether your challenges stem from a lack of competence, skill, or mindset A step-by-step approach to rewiring your self-image using tools like visualization, affirmations, and identity-based practice. Press play to learn how to stop self-sabotaging and start showing up as the confident, respected leader you truly are. If you have tried to uplevel your mindset and its still not there, if you’re ready to develop true charisma and confidence as a leader...it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System , a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. New episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Check us out at www.speakupwithlaura.com About our guest: John Assaraf aka " The Brain Whisperer " is one of the leading high performance, success coaches in the world. He is a behavioral neuroscience researcher who has appeared numerous times on Larry King live, Anderson Cooper and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. As CEO and co-founder, he grew Re/Max of Indiana from startup to 85 offices and 1200 sales associates who sold over $4 Billion a year. John was also one of the founders of Bamboo/IPIX that went public on NASDAQ with a market cap of $2.5 Billion. John has written 4 books including 2 New York Times best sellers that have been translated to 35 languages. He is the creator of the “Innercise” movement and has been featured in 11 movies, including the blockbuster hit “The Secret” and “Quest For Success” with Richard Branson and the Dalai Lama. Today, he is CEO of MyNeuroGym.com, a neuroscience based company, dedicated to helping individuals strengthen their mindset, so they achieve their goals and dreams… faster and easier than ever before. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
In today’s episode you’ll discover how you lose leadership credibility by taking too long to get your point across. If you're a high-performing introvert aiming for executive roles, learning to distill your brilliance into one sharp sentence could be the breakthrough you didn’t know you needed. In a world where attention is gold, your long explanations might be the reason you're not being taken seriously—or promoted. By the end of this short episode you’ll: 5️⃣Discover the 5 silent ways lack of clarity sabotages your executive presence. 🔥Learn the "Einstein Method" to condense your ideas into one memorable, high-impact sentence. 🎯Walk away with real-world examples from top CEOs that prove clarity = authority. Press play now to master the one-sentence skill that makes you look sharp, sound strategic, and lead like a legend. Laura Camacho’s 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day executive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com . Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
1 390: These 12 Science-Backed Charisma Tactics Skyrocket Executive Presence & Leadership Impact 14:32
Are you leaving money, promotions, or influence on the table because your communication lacks charisma? Today we break down charisma into 12 science-backed, trainable tactics that will immediately raise your influence, impact, and leadership presence. If you've ever felt like your ideas are solid but you're not getting the traction you deserve, this episode delivers the communication edge you've been missing. Whether you’re leading meetings, pitching ideas, or navigating high-stakes conversations, this episode equips you with practical tools that build both verbal and nonverbal charisma. Here’s what you’ll gain from tuning in: 🔑Discover the 12 charisma tactics proven to elevate executive presence and influence. 🎯Learn simple, actionable exercises to boost your communication impact instantly. 🔥Understand how small changes in your language, tone, and gestures translate to real-world rewards like promotions and pay bumps. Start using the power of science-backed charisma to build your executive presence—listen now and unlock the communication edge you've earned. Charisma is your power to attract, influence, inspire—and it’s trainable. Start with one skill—maybe metaphors—and build. It’s your edge to lead, win, and bank more. Want the full system? My 90-day Executive Presence Mastery System turns these tactics into your daily superpower. Boardrooms, stages—you’ll own ‘em. Laura Camacho’s 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day executive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. Resources mentioned in this episode: The study with the 12 charisma tactical straight from Dr. Antonakis’ playbook . 379: Easily Influence Executives and Build Your Leadership Reputation Using Magnetic Metaphors 369: Charisma Gets You NOWHERE Without This 1 Underlying Leadership and Executive Presence Skill 375: The Ridiculously Simple Tool That Builds Your Authority & Makes Your Message UNMISSABLE 388: 5 Subtle Science-Backed Habits That Make Executives (and Other VIPs) Trust You Instantly In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
1 389: Why “Just Speak Louder” Is Terrible Advice for Quiet Leaders and How to Use Your Voice for Strong Executive Presence 28:01
In this episode you’ll discover how In a boardroom meeting room, your voice could be your superpower—if you know how to use it. Do people ever misunderstand your tone—or worse, tune you out altogether—even when you have something important to say? The truth is, your voice—not just your words—impacts how others perceive your confidence, trustworthiness, and authority. In this episode, a voice and communication coach breaks down how posture, resonance, breathing, and vocal tone all influence how you're heard and received, especially in high-pressure or male-dominated environments. In today’s conversation with vocal coach Jimmy Cannon , you’ll: ✅ Learn practical vocal techniques that will help you sound confident without raising your voice 🔥Discover the connection between posture, anxiety, and vocal tension—and how to fix it 🧩Understand how authentic vocal presence can elevate your leadership brand and unlock professional opportunities Tune in now to discover how your voice can become your most powerful leadership tool—no shouting required. If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. About our guest: Jimmy Cannon is a voice and public speaking coach, his belief is simple: whether you're speaking or singing, your voice is your most powerful tool. The key difference between the two lies not in the voice itself but in how we shape it. When we speak, we separate vowels with consonants—how we choose these sounds determines our language, but the foundation remains the same. This insight led him to a realization early in his career: the techniques he used to teach singers could be seamlessly applied to enhance people’s speaking skills. Over the last 10 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping individuals from all walks of life, from first-time public speakers to X Factor auditionees, develop their voices and achieve their goals. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
1 388: 5 Subtle Science-Backed Habits That Make Executives (and Other VIPs) Trust You Instantly 12:12
In this episode you’ll discover 5 Subtle Habits That Make Executives Trust You Instantly that *SURPRISE* are super introvert friendly. If you’re an introvert, you should be even MORE trusted than anyone else Are you tired of being the most competent person in the room—but still not the most trusted? If you're an introverted leader or high performer who's often overlooked in high-stakes conversations, this episode is your game-changer. Discover how trust—not volume—is your secret weapon to visibility, credibility, and leadership impact. In today’s episode you’ll: 5️⃣Gain 5 scientifically backed micro-habits that build instant trust with senior executives ☘️Discover why these habits work better for introverts—and how to use them naturally 🔑Hear how a quiet manager turned C-suite heads using these exact techniques Tune in now to learn how these small moves can help you earn big trust—and finally get the recognition you deserve. If you're an executive tired of being seen as the reliable workhorse instead of an executive and feel misunderstood or invisible to executives and board members, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. Laura Camacho’s 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day executive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com . Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
1 387: Top 8 Executive Presence Blunders Making You Look Ridiculous—And How to Instantly Elevate Your Charisma 14:14
In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to instantly eliminate the charisma and executive presence blunders that derail your reputation. As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you’re constantly navigating the pressure to inspire trust and command respect—yet in today’s fast-paced, high-stakes environments, subtle charisma and presence blunders can quietly sabotage your influence, leaving you overlooked despite your stellar results. By the end of this short episode you’ll know: 🌟 How to instantly spot and fix the hidden emotional intelligence traps that make even the smartest leaders seem disconnected 🧠 Master practical, under-the-radar techniques to sharpen your focus and stay fully present 🔥 Unlock a simple habit that transforms your posture, voice, and energy, making you the unforgettable leader Hit play now to uncover these game-changing fixes and start owning every room you enter with unshakeable executive presence—your next promotion might just depend on it. If you're tired of being seen as the reliable workhorse instead of an executive and feel misunderstood or invisible to executives and board members, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. Laura Camacho’s 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day executive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
1 386: Why Your Communication Fails Are Killing Your Leadership Reputation & How AI Can Save You 31:03
In today’s episode you’ll discover exactly how to get ready for the biggest leadership shift of your lifetime ... are you using AI to your advantage or falling behind? Don’t lose your edge. In this must-listen episode, Mike Todasco—an AI leader with roots in finance, tech, and the arts—unpacks how artificial intelligence is transforming communication, leadership presence, and career growth. If you're a senior leader struggling to gain visibility, influence others, or sell your ideas with confidence, this conversation reveals how AI can sharpen your skills, elevate your voice, and amplify your impact—no matter your background. In my conversation with Mike Todasco, you’ll learn: 🔥How to train AI tools to match your personal communication style and instantly draft powerful emails or presentations. 🛠️How to use AI as your personal feedback coach for meetings, coaching sessions, and even difficult conversations. ✅Actionable frameworks for storytelling, pitching ideas up the ladder, and increasing your visibility—even if you're introverted and/or deeply technical. Let’s get to it. Hit play to learn how to use AI as your secret weapon to speak up, lead boldly, and stand out in today’s fast-evolving workplace. If your story feels more like that of a workhorse instead of a leader, and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com . Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. About our guest: Mike Todasco is an AI expert with deep experience in innovation and business strategy, having previously served as Director of Innovation at PayPal. He’s passionate about how AI is reshaping communication, leadership, and workplace dynamics. How AI can enhance workplace communication and leadership presence. The future of human-AI collaboration and its impact on professional visibility. Mike shares his strategies for leveraging AI tools to improve confidence and clarity in conversations. He has also been granted over 100 US utility patents. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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In today’s episode, you will discover the secret practice top executives—swear by to keep their edge, outsmart stagnation, and dominate their field. Stay tuned—this one’s a game-changer. As a high-performing leader, you’re no stranger to the nagging doubt that creeps in after years in the same role—am I still sharp, still relevant, still worth my paycheck in a world that’s accelerating past me? This episode tackles that exact problem head-on, revealing a counter-intuitive practice that not only keeps you from stagnating but ensures you stay a step ahead of the hungry talent eyeing your spot and the competitors plotting their next move. In today’s short episode: 🧠 Uncover a sneaky way to peek into your rivals’ minds, spotting trends and gaps you see that they've missed—all without them knowing you’re onto them. ⚡ Gain a pressure-tested boost to your executive presence, sharpened by real stakes and tough questions, making you a more commanding leader overnight. 🏆 Walk away with a crystal-clear gauge of your market value, plus insider intel on what’s next, so you’re never blindsided by change again. Hit play now to steal this low-cost, high-impact habit from the playbooks of top executives and lock in your edge as a leader who never settles—your next level awaits! If you're tired of being seen as the reliable workhorse instead of an executive and feel misunderstood or invisible to executives and board members, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. Laura Camacho’s 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day executive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com . Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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1 384: 7 Ways Imposter Syndrome Is Sabotaging your Career, Leadership & Visibility and 3 Simple Shifts To Regain Control 7:14
In today’s episode you’ll discover 7 ways imposter syndrome is blocking your reputation as a leader even more than you realize and 3 simple shifts to regain control of that narrative. As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you’re likely wrestling with a hidden hurdle—imposter syndrome—that’s keeping you from the recognition and influence you’ve earned, especially in today’s fast-paced, high-stakes work environment where stepping up isn’t optional, it’s essential. By the end of this short episode you will know: 🌟 How renaming that nagging "imposter" feeling can strip away its power and unlock your authentic confidence 🚀 Ways to transform hesitation into a strategic edge 💡 Discover how your quirks can become your secret weapons, setting you apart as the go-to leader Hit play now to uncover these three simple shifts and start reclaiming your leadership narrative—because your next promotion might hinge on this episode. If you're tired of being seen as the reliable workhorse instead of an executive and feel misunderstood or invisible to executives and board members, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. Laura Camacho’s 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day executive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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In today’s episode you’ll discover the secret to winning over your toughest stakeholders using a simple Post-it note and a five-minute chat. As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you’re constantly navigating the chaos of communicating complex ideas—whether it’s rallying your team for the 2025 strategy or convincing skeptical executives to greenlight your vision. This episode tackles a problem you face daily: how to bridge the gap between your expertise and your audience’s understanding, ensuring your ideas don’t just land but stick, driving the influence and outcomes you strive for. By the end of Laura’s riveting conversation with Dan Chuparkoff you’ll know: 🥊 How to slash all that super valuable time and energy you spend in preparing for meetings and presentations 🧩The secret to STOP BEING OVERLOOKED and start making your ideas unforgettable using simple tricks 👀Stop crushing your future and missing out on success with all the ways you avoid rejection Play this episode now to snag Dan’s battle-tested tactics from his 30 years at Google, McKinsey, and beyond—and get a free edge in your next high-stakes conversation! If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. About our guest: Dan Chuparkof is a pioneering technology leader and one of the world’s leading speakers on INNOVATION and A.I. He has been helping to #reinvent the way teams work since the early 1990s. A serial-team transformer, Dan has run successful start-ups, held senior leadership positions in established enterprises, and has coached millions of team-members worldwide. Dan has a gift for making complex topics easy to understand and put into practice. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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1 382: 3 Steps To Prevent Misinformation & Workplace Rumors That are Threatening Your Leadership 8:34
Ever heard a false rumor about your work coming from someone with influence—and didn’t know how to respond without making things worse? In this episode, guest host Christina O’Brien breaks down what to do immediately when misinformation spreads about your performance, especially when it’s coming from leadership. Learn how to assess the damage, take back control of your narrative, and protect your reputation—without losing your cool or looking defensive. By the end of this short episode you’ll know: The real reasons why workplace rumors spread and how they can quietly sabotage your reputation. A simple 3-step action plan to stop misinformation before it costs you your next big opportunity. How to position yourself as a trusted communicator so people stop believing the gossip in the first place. Hit play now to learn how to shut down damaging rumors and start owning your professional story before someone else does it for you. If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a senior leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to executives and board members, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. Laura Camacho’s 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day executive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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What if the right people aren’t taking you seriously because your brilliance is buried under hesitation—and today’s episode reveals how to fix it fast? As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you’ve likely noticed that despite your talent and drive, key decision-makers might overlook your ideas, leaving you frustrated and sidelined from the promotions or projects you deserve. This episode dives into why that happens and delivers actionable strategies—modeled by venture capital legend Mark Andreessen—to ensure your voice cuts through the noise and commands the respect you’ve earned. By the end of today's quick episode, you’ll know: 🌟How to distill your complex thoughts into one bold, unforgettable idea that sticks with executives and positions you as a visionary ⚡ A way to strike first with confidence, sidestepping overthinking your ideas before someone else steals the spotlight 🔥 The art of strategic silence to amplify your presence, turning fleeting attention into lasting influence Hit play now to unlock Mark Andreessen’s communication secrets and start commanding the visibility you deserve—complete with a simple exercise to unearth your game-changing headline today. If you’re ready to unlock the potential of your premium personal brand and start seeing massive shifts in how people respond to you, my 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System may be just what you need. Together, we’ll uncover blind spots, equip you with executive communication skills, and position you as a senior leader executives respect. Click here to schedule a quick chat—it might just be the turning point in your career. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high-performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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1 380: This Fatal Flaw is Sabotaging Your Elevator Pitch and 4 Steps to Make Yours Irresistible 32:47
What if the secret to captivating any audience isn’t about dazzling them with information, but unlocking a hidden puzzle they’re desperate to solve? As a high-performing leader, you’re constantly navigating the challenge of cutting through the noise—whether it’s distracted teams, skeptical stakeholders, or networking small talk—to deliver messages that stick and inspire action. In this episode, persuasion expert Neil Gordon reveals how to turn your introverted strengths into a superpower for influence, addressing the exact problem you face: how to make an impact when everyone’s too busy or distracted to care. In Laura’s fascinating conversation with persuasion expert Neil Gordon you will learn: 🧩 The tool to hook your audience that keeps them leaning in, desperate for your next word—without ever overwhelming them with data. 🔑 How to distill your expertise into one unforgettable “silver bullet” that shifts perspectives and drives decisions. 🌟 Turn quiet power into bold impact with a simple, four-step framework to craft elevator pitches and presentations. Hit play now to uncover game-changing persuasion secrets and get a free, actionable framework that’ll transform your next talk—because your leadership impact deserves to be heard. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System offers you a 90-day elite career accelerator where high-performing introverts master CEO-level communication and boost C-Suite visibility. We will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. About our guest: Neil Gordon : Most visionaries make a critical mistake when giving speeches, writing books, and otherwise attracting others to their ideas. They believe that their job is to provide information. But this is the information age. People have plenty of information. What they actually want is change. And people are persuaded by an idea when they believe change is possible. When a speaker comes to me to help them make over their signature talk, our main task isn't to write out their life story and produce a few tips. The task isn't to provide a bunch of stuff. It's to build to a single, empowering idea as a climactic moment so that each audience member has a sudden epiphany around how to create change. And because my client is the source of that epiphany, they get flooded with opportunities at the end. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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1 379: Easily Influence Executives and Build Your Leadership Reputation Using Magnetic Metaphors 9:24
What if the secret to captivating the toughest executive audience isn’t more data or louder pitches—but a single, unforgettable metaphor that lights up their path like a tracer bullet? As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you’re constantly battling to stand out in a world where top stakeholders—think C-suite execs, investors, or big decision-makers—are bombarded with noise and juggling endless distractions. This episode dives into a skill that cuts through their boredom and positions you as the brilliant strategist they can’t ignore, solving the all-too-real challenge of being heard and remembered in high-stakes moments. By the end of this short episode you will know: 🌌 A mental shortcut to clarity: Discover how unexpected use of language transforms complex ideas into vivid, sticky concepts —elevating your leadership presence instantly. 🔥 A way to ignite your career rocket fuel: Learn a simple, four-step process to craft metaphors that signal strategic genius, making you the go-to voice for bigger opportunities. 🌊 How to access a subtle superpower that leverages your introverted strengths Hit play now to snag this game-changing tool and watch your executive audience lean in, eager to hear more from *you*—complete with a process you can use by the end of your next commute! Link to 372: (iTunes) How You're Killing Your Executive Presence with these Overused and Boring Phrases (& How to Upgrade Them) If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a senior leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to executives and board members, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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You're not born charismatic—you become charismatic. The most magnetic leaders aren’t the loudest, the funniest, or even the most impressive. They have a secret weapon that makes people naturally want to listen to them, follow them, and say yes to them. As a high-performing leader, you know that executive presence isn't just about competence—it’s about how people feel when they’re around you. But here’s the problem: you may be unknowingly repelling people instead of drawing them in. In today’s episode, you’ll discover how small, intentional tweaks can make you the kind of leader people instinctively respect, trust, and want to work with. By the end of this short episode, you’ll know: ✅ A mindset shift that flips charisma from an "it" factor into a learned leadership skill —and why this is great news for introverts. ✅ The counterintuitive habit that instantly makes you more magnetic in meetings (hint: it’s not about being impressive). ✅ How to command attention without demanding it —so people naturally seek your input and see you as the go-to leader. Press play now to unlock the subtle but powerful charisma habits that make you stand out—without changing who you are. If you’re ready to unlock the potential of your premium personal brand and start seeing massive shifts in how people respond to you, my 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System may be just what you need. Together we will uncover blind spots, equip you with executive communication skills and strategies to position you as a senior leader executives respect. Click here to schedule a quick chat—it might just be the turning point in your career. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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1 377: How Your Response To Stress as a Leader Wrecks Your Executive Presence and What To Do About It 31:24
Most people think resilience is the key to success—but what if that’s only half the story? If you're just "bouncing back" from challenges, you're playing defense. As a high-performing leader, you’re constantly facing pushback, high-stakes decisions, and relentless pressure. You prepare, you deliver, and yet—someone in the room still tears your work apart. Do you let it shake your confidence? Or do you turn that moment into a growth accelerator? This episode unveils the science-backed mindset shift that will make you unstoppable. By the end of today’s episode with 2 anti-fragility experts you will know: 🎯 How to Rewire Your Response to Pressure to see stress as fuel for peak performance, rather than a threat. 💡 The Hidden Power of Negative Visualization: and what elite performers do to improve their performance 🔥 How to Engineer Anti-Fragile Confidence using a game-changing framework that top athletes, military leaders, and executives use to thrive under uncertainty. Stop letting stress dictate your performance. Tap into your anti-fragile potential—press play now and start training yourself to rise stronger in every high-stakes situation. If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a senior leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. Being a part of the 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. To massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System , a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Dr. Nick Holton, an international expert on the science of human flourishing, and Dr. Adam Wright, current Director of Mental Performance for Major League Baseball’s Washington Nationals and a long-time performance coach. Nick and Adam co-founded an organization that specializes in antifragility training – the art of not just surviving but thriving in the face of challenges. They are committed to democratizing the science behind well-being, resilience, and performance. Nick also works with top performers across a variety of fields such as Meta, the NBA, and NCAA. He’s an international expert on the science of human flourishing (the science of the good life) and co-hosts a podcast sponsored by the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard and Oxford. Dr. Nick Holton’s work focuses on helping individuals, teams, businesses and organizations become better versions of themselves through the application of the cutting-edge science of human flourishing – a synergistic development of both peak performance and overall well-being and fulfillment. Nick currently serves as a private coach and consultant, working with individuals and groups ranging from professional athletes, NCAA programs, educational institutions, and Fortune 500 businesses. Adam consults with clients in such disparate performance arenas as the front office of the NFL, MLB, the European PGA, MLS, Hollywood, and Wall Street. As a practitioner-scientist, Adam draws from decades of practical experience as a coach and athlete, as well as lessons learned as a researcher and professor. Adam currently serves as Major League Mental Performance Consultant for the Washington Nationals and as an advisor and educational board member for several institutions. Learn more: www.theantifragileacademy.com In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
In today's episode you'll discover how you may be secretly sabotaging your leadership reputation. For high-performing leaders like you, being a hard worker and problem-solver got you to this point. But here’s the catch: those same habits can hold you back if you don’t shift gears. This episode is your friendly nudge to stop blending into the background and start showing up like the leader you’re meant to be. By the end of this episode you’ll know: 🎯 Five “totally normal” habits that might be quietly hurting your leadership reputation—and how to fix them without overhauling your personality. 🗣️ Simple tweaks to share your ideas that can instantly boost your credibility. 💡 Tips to help you stand out in meetings , so people actually remember what you said—and want to hear more. Hit play now and learn how to make a few easy adjustments that will completely change how people see you as a leader! If you’re ready to truly transform how you show up in executive leadership conversations, let’s take it further. You can stop being overlooked and start leading with strong executive presence. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System , a 90-day intensive coaching program (learn bespoke skills + strategies) may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 375: The Ridiculously Simple Tool That Builds Your Authority & Makes Your Message UNMISSABLE 11:06
A confused person never buys. And it gets worse. If people have to work to figure out what you’re saying...they won’t. They’ll move on. And your idea? Dead in the water. High-performing leaders like you can’t afford ambiguity. Workplaces are chaotic—filled with noise, distractions, and endless opinions. To stand out and inspire action, your message must cut through the noise and make an instant impact. This episode gives you a dead-simple tool to sharpen your message and instantly boost your executive presence. By the end of this short episode, you’ll know: ✔️ Why people don’t actually hear what you’re saying —and what to do about it. ✨ Win at feedback and pushback. Whether giving feedback, pitching an idea, or facing resistance, you’ll walk away with high-impact phrases to lead the conversation. 🔥 Turn communication into a power move. Project confidence and decisiveness while sounding like a natural-born leader. Listen now and discover the contrast strategy that makes your message impossible to ignore and your leadership impossible to forget. 🎧 If you’re ready to unlock the potential of your premium personal brand and start seeing massive shifts in how people respond to you, my 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System may be just what you need. Together we will uncover blind spots, equip you with executive communication skills and strategies to position you as a senior leader executives respect. Click here to schedule a quick chat—it might just be the turning point in your career. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
Your brilliant ideas won’t get you promoted—unless you master the secret skill that every effective leader must have: communication that actually lands. This episode is for you if you’re a high-performing leader who wants to captivate your team, inspire innovation, and shift from just managing tasks to owning the room as a trusted advisor. This episode dives into the nuanced communication shifts that separate average leaders from transformational ones, addressing the core challenges you face in meetings, one-on-ones, and team dynamics. By the end of Laura’s interesting conversation with entrepreneur (former corporate leader) Joe Zentmyer , you will know: ✨ Master a game-changing mindset that matters more than "what you say" as you climb the leadership ladder. 🛠️ A powerful communication framework to prepare for any meeting and position yourself as a confident, trusted advisor. 💡 Leverage the Power of Strategic Listening: Why leaders who talk less and observe more have the upper hand in meetings, hiring, and one-on-ones. 👉 Ready to upgrade your communication game and start leading like a true executive? Hit play now! Have you ever felt like you’re constantly overlooked for promotions or recognition, even though you know you’re delivering exceptional results? If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. About our guest: Joe Zentmyer , a serial entrepreneur and once Kraft Food Group Executive , spent over 20 years transforming concepts into profitable realities by focusing on what truly drives business success: developing high-performing leaders and building systems that empower them. Before launching his current venture, Joe co-founded First Ascent , a climbing and fitness chain that scaled to seven locations across multiple markets. He selected and developed the leaders that made their rapid growth possible. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
I tried this strategy in a meeting today, and I couldn’t believe it—people paid way more attention when I spoke less! Welcome back to Speak Up , the podcast for high-performing introverts (yes, even you social introverts!) where we reveal the charisma & communication secrets of A-Listers so that you get the recognition and opportunities you have earned. I’m your host, Laura Camacho—your executive presence strategist, communication godmother, and occasional reality-check dealer. Today, we’re talking about why less is more —how saying less makes you sound more confident, more powerful, and a whole lot easier to listen to. By the end of this episode, you’ll know: 1️⃣ Why over-talking is ruining your reputation as a sharp leader. 2️⃣ Why short answers aren’t always the solution either. 3️⃣ The game-changing tool to use so people actually want more from you. Here’s the episode I mentioned that’s focused specifically on answering questions for maximum impact: 298: Stop Undermining Your Leadership by Overusing this Charisma-Killing Answer If you’re ready to truly transform how you show up in executive leadership conversations, let’s take it further. You can stop being overlooked and start leading with a strong executive presence. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System , a 90-day intensive coaching program (learn bespoke skills + strategies) may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 372: How You're Killing Your Executive Presence with these Overused and Boring Phrases (& How to Upgrade Them) 11:38
Ever wonder why some people’s words leave a lasting positive impression while most of the others are permanently forgotten? It’s all about verbal precision. As a high-performing leader, you know that every word you speak shapes how others perceive your credibility and leadership potential. But in a world where precision and charisma are non-negotiable, how do you craft a style that sets you apart and communicates your unique expertise? This episode dives into the secrets of building a verbal brand that ensures you're remembered, respected, and always ready to influence. By the end of today’s episode you’ll know: 🔥What a verbal brand is and how that elevates your presence and makes your ideas resonate with senior executives. 💎How to build your unique verbal brand style file of words and phrases that sharpen your communication and showcase your distinct leadership voice. 🔑Examples of verbal brands from the top American leaders who have mastered the art of crafting memorable and compelling messages. Press play now to learn how conviction, strategy, and earned insights will not only boost your executive presence but make your next leadership promotion inevitable! If you’re ready to unlock the potential of your premium personal brand and start seeing massive shifts in how people respond to you, my 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System may be just what you need. Together we will uncover blind spots, equip you with executive communication skills and strategies to position you as a senior leader executives respect. Click here to schedule a quick chat—it might just be the turning point in your career. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 371: How To Align With The Most Powerful People In The Room & Lead With Confidence When You're NOT in Charge 27:57
It’s quite challenging to get cross functional cooperation and collaboration from people when you’re not their boss. Learn what actually works today. For highly-conscientious, high-performing leaders, the challenge often isn’t having the skills but communicating them effectively. This episode dives into how power, influence, and executive presence can transform your interactions, whether you're leading cross-functional teams, navigating boardroom politics, or recovering from career setbacks. In today’s conversation with Product Leader coach Tami Reiss you’ll learn: 🌟 The secret to reframing your ideas so they resonate with every audience, from engineers to CEOs, without losing authenticity. 💼 How to activate allies and supporters subtly yet powerfully, so they champion your vision without you even having to ask. 🔥 Amplify your influence and leadership presence through the power of concise communication. Don’t wait—play this episode now and start transforming how you show up as a leader, turning every interaction into an opportunity to influence and inspire. Have you ever felt like you’re constantly overlooked for promotions or recognition, even though you know you’re delivering exceptional results? If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. About our guest: Tami Reiss , also known as the Product Leader Coach, helps leaders be awesome. After almost 20 years experience helping startups, established enterprise companies, and community organizations define their product strategy and set up product organizations for scale, she now helps others do the same. CEOs, CPOs, VPs of Product work with her to develop cohesive product strategies, transform product organizations, and improve board relations. She has held many product roles within B2B SaaS organizations and consulted with companies such as Humana, Aetna, JPMorgan, TheKnotWW, Cornerstone on Demand among dozens of others which adds to her ability to understand different perspectives and various industries. Tami is known for simplifying the complex, communicating directly, and believing that everything is a product. Recently, she was the lead product strategy consultant for Melissa Perri's ProduxLabs and CPO-in-Residence for Insight Partners which meant she was often interim VP of Product at their portfolio companies. On the side, in 2015 Tami launched Just Not Sorry, a Gmail plug-in used by half a million people around the globe to write more confident emails. She is also the President of the Board of Matan, a non-profit dedicated to creating inclusive and equitable spaces for people with disabilities in the Jewish community. Tami lives with her husband Nadav and two kids in Florida, but has spent half her life in LA and NYC. She loves to travel (47 states and 46 countries and counting!), speaks Hebrew and some Spanish, and considers herself a citizen of the world. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
That moment when someone throws a question your way in a meeting? Don’t see it as a pop quiz or even a test. In reality, it's your golden opportunity . As a high-performing leader, you’re already fielding tough questions in meetings, presentations, or even podcast interviews. But are you leveraging those moments to showcase your strategic brilliance, build trust, and leave a lasting impression? If not, you’re missing a key tool to fast-track your leadership impact. Here’s what you’ll gain from today’s episode: 🌟 A proven four-step framework to respond to questions with confidence, influence, and authority, every single time. 🤝 The secret to turning every question into a micro relationship builder that amplifies trust and likability. 🚀 How to use strategic responses to boost your professional reputation beyond the meeting room, making you memorable and indispensable. Listen now and discover how to turn even the toughest questions into opportunities to showcase your leadership brilliance! And if you’re ready to truly transform how you show up in executive leadership conversations, let’s take it further. You can stop being overlooked and start leading with a strong executive presence. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System , a 90-day intensive coaching program (learn bespoke skills + strategies) may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 369: Charisma Gets You NOWHERE Without This 1 Underlying Leadership and Executive Presence Skill 11:41
There is something that makes you even more compelling than charisma, regardless of your default communication style. And without it, there is no leadership level of charisma, only lightweight. If you're a high-performing leader, you've likely felt the frustration of having great ideas that fail to land the way you want. Whether you're trying to influence senior executives, lead your team, or champion a big idea, this episode addresses the core problem: how to make people believe in your vision as much as you do—and do it without relying solely on charm or smooth talk. By the end of today’s episode you’ll know: 💡 How to stop waiting for validation and what turns good ideas into unstoppable movements. 🔍 What to do to disarm and silence critics and position yourself as a strategic thinker who inspires trust. 🚀 The ultimate secret weapon to create buy-in and elevate your influence. Press play now to learn how conviction, strategy, and earned insights will not only boost your executive presence but make your next leadership promotion inevitable! If you’re ready to unlock the power of conviction and start seeing massive shifts in how people respond to you, my 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System may be just what you need. Together we will uncover blind spots, equip you with executive communication skills and strategies to position you as a senior leader executives respect. Click here to schedule a quick chat—it might just be the turning point in your career. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 368: Why “Team-Building Games” Like Spaghetti Towers NEVER Build Your Team's Morale (And What Actually Does) 22:55
Most leaders think leadership is about strategy and hard work—but what if the real key to building a high performance team lies in something else? As a highly conscientious, high-performing leader, you’re already exceeding expectations—but how do you energize a team that’s burned out or disengaged? This episode dives into a counter intuitive yet effective approach that reignites passion and builds trust while helping you step confidently into the role of a transformational leader. By the end of this totally fun conversation with Joel Zeff (journalist turned comedian) you’ll know: 🎉 Discover the underestimated power of the daily communication with your team that escalates performance 🚀 How to create an environment of positive support and opportunity that drives higher team performance without exhausting yourself 🧠 Unlock confidence-building tools that help you break free from perfectionism and make authentic connections. Hit play now and learn how to transform your leadership style into one that inspires loyalty, productivity, and fun—your team (and future self) will thank you. If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the skills and strategies to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. About our guest: As a national speaker, work culture expert, and humorist, Joel Zeff captivates audiences with a unique blend of hilarious improvisational comedy and essential ideas on work and life. He is a dynamic speaker, work culture expert, improvisational humorist, and author. He recently updated his book Make the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevate Your Team, and Unleash the Fun at Work , to include everything readers need to increase engagement, communicate more effectively, and create a positive and successful work environment. Since 1997, Joel has inspired audiences from Wells Fargo to Samsung to KPMG and even the IRS. Yes, the IRS. Joel is a masterful keynote speaker and a nationally renowned motivator, humorist, and improvisational actor. His spontaneous humor and vital messages have thrilled audiences for more than 25 years, and he has shared his insight at more than 2,500 events. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 367: 5 Shocking Things People Instantly Notice About Your Appearance & What Each Says About You 11:48
A first impression of you is formed faster than the blink of an eye—less than one-tenth of a second. And guess what? It’s not what you’re saying; it’s what you’re silently showing. As a highly conscientious, high-performing leader, you’re used to focusing on results. But have you ever paused to think about what you might be silently communicating before you even speak? In today’s competitive landscape, those unconscious cues could mean the difference between being remembered—or overlooked. By the end of this episode you’ll know: 💡 Learn the hidden signals you’re sending with your facial expressions. 💡 Discover the power of nonverbal energy and posture to instantly communicate 💡 Master the art of attentiveness and voice tone to leave an impression that says you’re calm, in control, and truly present 🎙️ Listen now to discover the secrets to transforming your silent cues into a magnetic first impression that elevates your executive presence—press play today! Remember, introverts can be just as magnetic and memorable as extroverts. It’s all about being intentional with your presence. Ready to stop being overlooked and start leading with a strong executive presence? If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System , a 90-day intensive coaching program (learn bespoke skills + strategies) may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
Have you ever left a meeting feeling completely defeated because your well-prepared, game-changing idea got shut down by senior leadership? You’re not alone—brilliant professionals face this rejection all the time, and today we’re uncovering exactly why it happens. You put in the effort, crafted a strong case, and addressed a major problem—so why did your idea still get rejected? High-performing leaders often struggle with executive buy-in because they miss three crucial elements that drive top-level decision-making. If you’re tired of being overlooked in high-stakes conversations, this episode will give you the edge you need. By the end of today’s episode you’ll know: ✅ The Hidden Executive Secrets meaning executives can’t always share everything they know. ✅ How to frame your solutions using the language of Influence - so you speak directly to senior leadership’s priorities and decision-making style. ✅ Building Trusted Advisor Status and what matters even more than your ideas. Stop wasting your energy on ideas that won’t get traction—hit play now to learn how to make your voice impossible to ignore at the executive level. And if you’re ready to truly transform how you show up in executive leadership conversations, let’s take it further. You can stop being overlooked and start leading with a strong executive presence. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System , a 90-day intensive coaching program (learn bespoke skills + strategies) may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
What if the key to leveling up your leadership isn’t your title or experience, but your ability to master the invisible patterns that shape communication and influence? As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you’ve nailed the technical side of your job. But to break through to the next level, you need to stand out as a strategic thinker who connects actions to impact. In this episode, we dive into actionable tools from neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) and leadership science to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and influence. In Laura’s conversation with leadership trainer to gaming industry, Andy Coley , you’ll learn: 🔑 The keys to unlock the hidden patterns in communication to decode emotions and behaviors ✨ Master a clean feedback framework that builds even stronger teams 🎯How to position yourself as the natural choice for promotions Listen now to learn the leadership skills that will set you apart—and make your promotion feel inevitable. If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work or your personality holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System , a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. About our guest: Andy Coley , 2023 TEDx Speaker of the Year, has designed a leadership and development training programme specifically for the gaming industry. He understands the specific challenges facing your company as you develop products and the delicate symbiotic relationship between you and players. His book, Leadership Is a Skill: Transform your impact as a leader will help you develop deeper emotional intelligence to lead with authenticity and empathy. He also shares ways to apply Neuro-Linguistic Programming techniques to enhance communication, influence, and team dynamics and master conflict management and support your team through change effectively. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 364: Instantly Turn Criticism To Your Advantage During High-Stakes Meetings Using This 1 Charisma Boosting Tool 9:26
There is one thing you need to focus on when you are criticized in a meeting that will shift perceptions to YOUR advantage. Let’s unlock the secret that separates extraordinary leaders from the rest. As a high-performing leader, you’ve likely faced criticism or unexpected pushback in crucial meetings. Whether it’s a well-meaning colleague or a skeptical executive, how you respond in these moments can either solidify your reputation as a calm, strategic leader or leave others questioning your readiness for bigger roles. This episode equips you with a powerful technique to transform such moments into opportunities to showcase your executive presence. By the end of this episode you’ll know: 🌟 How to exude unshakable confidence and command respect—even when caught off guard. 🤝 You can use criticism to build trust and credibility even if your brain freezes. 🧠 A tool to gain valuable time to formulate sharp, strategic responses. Press play now to learn how to handle pushback like a pro and transform criticism into a launchpad for your executive brilliance! Ready to stop being overlooked and start leading with presence? If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System , a 90-day intensive coaching program (learn bespoke skills + strategies) may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 363: Saying the Wrong Thing in a Meeting Won’t Tank Your Career (And How to Recover Like a Pro) 9:19
Think saying the wrong thing in a meeting ruins your career? The truth is, it doesn’t have to—what happens next can make you even more influential. If you're a conscientious, high-performing leader, you know how paralyzing the fear of saying the wrong thing can be. But what if the very mistakes you're so afraid of could become your biggest opportunities for growth, respect, and connection? This episode reveals exactly how to shift the narrative and recover like a seasoned pro. In today’s episode, you’ll learn: ✨Two battle-tested angles to take to recover from saying the wrong thing depending on how serious is your blooper. 🔥What NOT to do under any circumstances. 🔑A perfect comeback for unfair criticism. Hit play now and discover how to make every mistake a stepping stone to greater influence and career success. If you’d like personalized help to elevate your executive communication, my 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System uncovers blind spots, equips you with communication tools, and positions you as a leader executives respect. Click here to schedule a quick chat—it might just be the turning point in your career. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 362: Why Being Nice Is NOT the Key to Getting Noticed at Work & What To Do Instead That Boosts Team Performance + Innovation 29:26
What if boosting team performance, innovation and your executive presence depends on this strategy you’ve been ignoring? High-performing leaders often feel the pressure to deliver results while maintaining meaningful relationships. This episode is a must-listen for conscientious leaders who want to align results with relationships and build unstoppable momentum. By the end of this episode you’ll know: 🎯 The kind of leadership communication that sparks creativity and drives your team to outperform. 💡 How to Master Constructive Feedback balancing accountability with humanity to elevate performance reviews. 🌟 Offering Leadership Clarity for decisiveness and transparency while encouraging input from your team. Hit play now to transform your leadership approach with actionable empathy strategies—your team (and your bottom line) will thank you. If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. About our guest: Maria Ross helps companies create strong leaders, thriving cultures, and winning brands. Clients include LogicGate, Alteryx, ContentSquare, Dropbox, Expanse, Splunk, GSK, Wedgewood Pharmacy. Forbes named The Empathy Edge: Harnessing the Value of Compassion as an Engine for Success a 2020 Top 11 book redefining leadership and The CEO Magazine named it a top inspirational business book. Maria wrote an earlier book, Rebooting My Brain, which tells the story of her miraculous brain aneurysm recovery — with tongue-in-cheek humor & levity (yes, really). In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
If you didn’t go to Harvard business school, you can still fast track your career success using this one executive presence tool. Many high-performing leaders face a common challenge: they excel at execution but struggle to communicate a clear, strategic point of view. Without this skill, it’s impossible to stand out as a true leader or influence decisions at the executive level. This episode dives into how to articulate your vision so you’re seen as the strategic powerhouse your company needs. By the end of this episode you’ll know: 💡 Discover the secret framework for crafting a compelling point of view that makes senior leaders stop and listen. 🚀 Learn how to overcome fear of pushback and advocate boldly for your ideas—even if you’re not yet a VP. 🧠 Get real-world examples from iconic leaders like Jeff Bezos and Safra Catz to inspire your own strategy. Don’t let your hard work go unnoticed—press play now to unlock the communication tool that makes your leadership undeniable! Articulating clear points of view also demonstrates that you are strategic. Strategy is about making deliberate choices to achieve specific goals, often. Ready to stop being overlooked and start leading with presence? If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program (learn bespoke skills + strategies) may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 360: The One Thing To Be Instantly Clear & Concise, To Get Noticed as a Leader in Key Meetings from Charisma A-lister Steve Jobs 10:11
If your audience doesn’t walk away remembering one thing from what you’ve said in that meeting or presentation, you failed. You may have lost credibility as a leader. High-performing leaders like you face razor-thin executive attention spans, and in today’s fast-paced business world, your ability to simplify and deliver a clear message is the ultimate differentiator. But how can you ensure your ideas stick, resonate, and influence senior decision-makers without sounding overly complex or unprepared? By the end of today’s short episode you’ll know: 🎯 A game-changing tool to enhance your executive presence instantly, making you appear more confident and decisive. 🧠 How to align your ideas with executive priorities so they land with power and purpose. 🚀The exact strategies Steve Jobs used to simplify complex ideas into memorable, actionable takeaways. Press play now to master the clarity and conciseness that will make your message unforgettable—and your leadership undeniable. Distilling down what you want to say is extremely challenging for high performers because of what is known as the curse of knowledge. Which is why getting an outsider to help you with key messages is so helpful. That’s why I created an intense 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System to uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System , a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
🔥 What used to work in leadership doesn’t anymore. Learn what kind of leadership communication actually yields innovative results and growth. As a high-performing leader, you’re constantly juggling responsibilities while navigating rapid change. But what if the key to staying ahead isn’t perfection—but embracing your unique leadership style and leveraging others' strengths? This episode dives into groundbreaking strategies to help you lead with confidence, innovate effectively, and build a team that’s greater than the sum of its parts. By the end of Laura’s amazing conversation with Deborah Ancona, founder of the MIT Leadership Center, you’ll know: 🌟 Learn how a certain leadership style empowers your entire organization to innovate and adapt faster 🚀 Uncover your unique leadership signature and use it to inspire confidence 🔑 Discover the hidden assets in your “family ghosts” and how to leverage them for greater executive presence 🎧 Don’t wait—tune in now to transform the way you lead and secure your place as a forward-thinking, impactful leader! If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. This is the year to finally show up with massive executive presence. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. About our guest: Deborah is a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Sloan School of Management. She is best known for her pioneering research on high-performing teams, distributed nimble leadership and leadership signatures. Deborah is also the founder of the MIT Leadership Center , which is revolutionizing traditional leadership to solve the toughest problems in the world of management. Her book X-Teams gives deep insights on how to create innovative, successful teams with examples from Microsoft, Takeda, and the Museum of Modern Art. She also co-founded xLEAD , which develops research-based tools to encourage creative leadership across management levels. Her work bridges theory and practice bringing novel ideas into leadership practice. Deborah has been with MIT for over 20 years and in 2018, was awarded the Jamieson Prize , MIT Sloan’s highest teaching honor. Her widely acclaimed research on how family upbringing affects workplace behavior was published in the Harvard Business Review, titled “ Family Ghosts in the Executive Suite ”, as was her article on the 4-CAPS+ model, “ In Praise of the Incomplete Leader ”. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 358: The Missed Leadership Opportunity To Inspire Employees that No One Talks About → Use THIS to Your Advantage! 10:09
Discover the secret weapon most leaders overlook—a simple yet transformative tool that can inspire loyalty, rally teams, and define your legacy with just a few impactful words. If you're a high-performing leader striving for recognition and influence, understanding how to craft and deliver an inaugural speech can elevate your leadership presence, especially during moments of transition or uncertainty. By the end of today’s short episode you’ll know how to: ✨ Set the Stage for Leadership Excellence: Craft a compelling vision that inspires confidence and aligns your team with your leadership priorities. 🌍 Unite Your Team with a Shared Purpose: Discover how to articulate common goals and values that bring people together, even in the most challenging times. 🛠️ Build Trust and Momentum Instantly: Use proven strategies to address uncertainty and outline key priorities that position you as a confident and capable leader. Hit play now to uncover how inaugural speeches can transform your leadership style and make you the leader everyone rallies around—starting today! If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. Ready to stop being overlooked and start leading with presence? If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 357: Thinking A-list Charisma Is Just for Extroverts Is Holding You Back Learn 3 Leadership Communication Strategies from Dr. King 10:11
The secret to being magnetic in a room of senior executives isn’t about being louder—it’s about making deeper, authentic connections. Charisma isn’t reserved for extroverts; it’s a skill anyone can master, and today, you’ll uncover three game-changing strategies inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As a high-performing leader, you might feel the pressure to stand out in meetings or win over key stakeholders, but the tools you’re using may not be resonating with your audience. If you’re ready to stop feeling invisible and start being irresistible in the eyes of decision-makers, this episode offers actionable solutions to elevate your leadership presence. By the end of today’s short episode you’ll know: 🌟 Master the art of storytelling: Learn how to use simple but impactful narratives to transform dry data into memorable and engaging messages. 🤝 Build influence through shared values: Connect on a deeper level by aligning your message with what truly matters to your audience. 🌅 Lead with realistic optimism: Balance empathy with inspiration to build trust and motivate your team, even in challenging times. Press play now and discover the tools to transform your executive presence into an unforgettable leadership superpower! If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.…
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Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
1 356: How Leaders with Massive Executive Presence Unlock Hidden Value in Conversations With THIS Simple Mindset Shift 32:28
🎯Influence is the most sustainable form of leverage—learn how to extract information from your current conversations to multiply your influence and leverage. High-performing leaders often struggle with building genuine influence and creating trust-filled environments where people feel empowered to tell the truth. Whether it's navigating difficult conversations or getting honest feedback, mastering these skills can make or break your leadership journey. By the end of Laura’s fascinating chat with forensic interviewer, Michael Reddington , you’ll know: ✨ Learn how to turn "chit-chatters" into insightful contributors by redirecting their energy into meaningful dialogue. 🌟 Discover why time is the enemy of empathy and how shifting your focus can elevate your leadership game. 💡 Unlock the secret phrase that keeps you in control of conversations while making others feel valued. 🎧 Don't miss this episode—press play to learn actionable strategies that will transform how you better leverage the conversations you’re ALREADY having. If you're tired of being seen as a workhorse instead of a leader and feel misunderstood or invisible to senior executives, it’s not your hard work holding you back—it’s how you're presenting yourself. My 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System will uncover your blind spots, equip you with the tools to communicate with confidence, and help you master the four key pillars of leadership that senior executives respect and recognize. Imagine being listened to, valued, and finally getting the promotion you deserve. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program may be your ticket. Click here to set up a short meetup for us to chat about it. About our guest: Michael Reddington CFI (Certified Forensic Interviewer), is author of the book, The Disciplined Listening Method: How A Certified Forensic Interviewer Unlocks Hidden Value in Every Conversation . As a Certified Forensic Interviewer, Michael traveled all over not only conducting interrogations, but also teaching professional investigators how to get to the truth using non-confrontational techniques. His experience in the interrogation room helped him see the persuasion techniques that help to actually influence others. Now, he coaches leaders working to build relationships and make their mark. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring. For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com…
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