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 Metaphors369: Charisma Gets You NOWHERE Without This 1 Underlying Leadership and Executive Presence Skill375: The Ridiculously Simple Tool That Builds Your Authority & Makes Your Message UNMISSABLE388: 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.

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 opportunitiesTune 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.

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 elseAre 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 techniquesTune 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.

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.

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 andbusiness strategy, having previously served as Director of Innovationat 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.

Discover the secret practices that top executives use to stay on their game. Learn how to combat self-doubt and ensure relevance in a fast-paced world. Explore a counter-intuitive method to assess competitors' weaknesses while enhancing your executive presence. Uncover the power of external interviews to sharpen skills and gain confidence without job-hopping. This episode reveals how to gauge your market value and stay ahead of industry changes, ensuring that you never feel left behind.

In this insightful discussion, Christina O'Brien, a communication expert and guest host, shares how imposter syndrome can subtly sabotage leadership potential. She explores seven ways this self-doubt can block recognition and visibility in the workplace. Christina also presents three practical shifts to rewrite your narrative, turning hesitation into a powerful asset. By reframing quirks as strengths and embracing authentic confidence, listeners can reclaim their presence and overcome the challenges of feeling invisible in their careers.

Dan Chuparkoff, a pioneering technology leader with experience at Google and McKinsey, shares invaluable insights on enhancing leadership communication. He reveals how a simple Post-it note can transform complex ideas into memorable messages that resonate with stakeholders. The conversation delves into the power of AI in refining communication and the art of storytelling for leadership alignment. Chuparkoff emphasizes the importance of understanding audience needs to prevent being overlooked and to enhance executive presence.

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.

Explore why talented leaders often find their ideas overlooked by decision-makers. Discover how to distill your thoughts into a memorable, bold statement that commands attention. Learn the power of confident communication and the strategic use of silence to enhance your presence. Gain actionable tips from Mark Andreessen that will help you break free from hesitation and position yourself as a visionary. Uncover the secrets to elevating your executive presence and ensuring your message resonates with key stakeholders.