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In today’s episode you’ll discover how to reframe that moment—when someone throws a question at you during a meeting or presentation. Don’t see it as a pop quiz or a test. It’s not a trap. It’s a blue-diamond opportunity.

Whether you're in meetings, giving presentations, or being interviewed on a podcast, handling questions well is critical—but most high performers miss the chance to build their reputation. This episode reveals how to flip the script and use questions to elevate your executive presence, influence, and career opportunities.

By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:

💰A 4-step framework to answer any question with clarity, confidence and warmth

🔥Why it’s better to intentionally withhold certain information from your presentation

🧲How to leverage the power of “micro-relationship builders” that make you more trustworthy and memorable

Hit play now to learn how to turn any question into a spotlight moment that builds your credibility, influence, and personal brand.

If you're on a path to the C-suite—or already there—these moments are where your executive presence is either built or diminished. My clients are smart, experienced, and high-performing. But what sets them apart is the extra edge—the ability to be memorable, quotable, and undeniably credible.

If you’ve ever walked out of a meeting and thought, “Ugh, I wish I’d answered that question better,” and it’s left you second-guessing your performance or wondering if you left the right impression…

That’s why we built the Executive Presence Scorecard. It helps you quickly assess the key areas that make you magnetic, memorable, and quoted—instead of overlooked. Simply email me at hello@speakupwithlaura.com with “Score” in the subject line.

For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

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