314: How Being An Introvert Makes You A MUCH Better Leader & Innovator (esp with AI!)

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.