Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style

Bryce Jaggers, author of 'Two Fish in the Tree,' challenges the effectiveness of traditional soft skills in leadership. He reveals how role alignment can harness employees' unique strengths, transforming underperformers into high-impact leaders. The conversation dives into the pitfalls of conventional performance reviews and misaligned promotions while emphasizing the importance of recognizing individual talents over fixing weaknesses. Jaggers shares real-life success stories, inspiring leaders—especially introverts—to embrace their superpowers for growth and team success.

Are you hitting targets but getting passed over for promotions? Discover why being the reliable workhorse could be hindering your career. Learn the secret behind why less qualified colleagues may get ahead. Unpack a five-step strategy to amplify your executive presence and enhance visibility. Find out how to effectively communicate your value and craft a compelling narrative that showcases your contributions. It’s time to stop feeling overlooked and become the obvious choice for leadership!

Dive into the journey of cultivating unique charisma inspired by rapper Zuby's unconventional rise to influence. Discover how introverts can harness relaxed summer energy to develop authentic connections without losing their true selves. Learn why seeking excessive approval can actually drain your charisma and how taking small, bold risks can boost your visibility. Embrace authenticity, step out of your comfort zone, and enhance your presence in a world that often prioritizes conformity.

Michael Cerda, a startup veteran and former executive at MySpace and Facebook, shares insights on navigating career pivots and influencing without authority. He discusses the power of writing as a leadership tool, especially for introverts. The conversation also delves into the importance of cultural fit during hiring, where everyday behaviors matter more than formal communications. Cerda emphasizes the need for meaningful work, transparent leadership, and taking risks to foster innovation and engagement in the tech industry.

Many professionals freeze in high-stakes meetings, feeling unconfident and robotic. This discussion delves into why introverts struggle under pressure, highlighting that this response is learned, not inherent. Listeners gain insights into overcoming these challenges, leveraging their unique strengths to communicate authentically. A structured framework is presented to help reclaim confidence and enhance executive presence, empowering individuals to navigate important conversations with poise and authenticity.

Do you ever feel like your thoughts are brilliant—but when you speak, they just don’t land especially with executive audiences?If you’re a high-performing introvert, you’ve likely struggled with expressing yourself clearly in meetings or talks—especially when the room favors louder voices. In this episode, we reveal how introvert actor Chris Pine mastered the art of articulation using three simple but powerful practices that you can easily adopt.By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:🪝What it means to be articulate and why that matters🚀3 super simple introvert-friendly practices to be more articulate🧲How using Laura’s Wacky Word Leadership Theory adds more pizazz to your communicationTo chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.Hit play now to unlock three introvert-friendly techniques inspired by Chris Pine that will instantly boost your clarity, charisma, and confidence when you speak.If you find yourself over-preparing for every meeting or talk—but when the moment comes, your words still fall flat, and it’s leaving you frustrated and unheard—yet what you really want is to express yourself with crisp, vivid language that inspires action…that’s why I created the Executive Presence Mastery System.It helps high-performing introverts like you build natural clarity and charisma without sounding fake or robotic. Look up in these show notes, click that first link, or visit speakupwithlaura.com to book a call. I’d love to show you how to make your voice resonate powerfully.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.

Have you ever felt like one wrong move could destroy everything you've worked for — your reputation, your income, your identity?In this episode, we unpack what it really means to experience public shame and professional cancellation — and how to come out stronger, wiser, and more aligned. Whether you're navigating a leadership setback, recovering from failure, or quietly carrying the weight of "not enough," this is the mindset shift you've been waiting for.By the end of today’s conversation with Julie Condliffe you’ll know:💡How to pivot when your professional path is no longer available🧠The difference between reacting and reframing after a crisis👉Gain visibility without compromising your values or authenticityTo chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.Press play to hear Julie Condiffe’s raw, powerful breakdown of what it takes to turn public shame into personal power — and walk away unbreakable.FREE GIFT!! Download my The Practical Guide to Effective Communication here (it retails for $9.99 on Amazon!) and read chapter 4 all about choosing your mindset!! Everything else follows from mindset leading to your voice being heard and respected in meetings, gaining more influence, and understanding better how to reach key stakeholders.For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morningAbout our guest:There was a time Julie Condiffe  was breaking barriers in law—a Black woman attorney, bestselling author, mentor, and voice for the voiceless.But then the storm came. Including a digital smear campaign, false accusations, and Investigations. The headlines were loud. But her truth? Buried beneath the noise.Her career paused. Her name dragged through the mud. She lost clients, income, and even the person she thought she was. But she found something far more powerful: Clarity. Courage. CallingUnbreakable is her fifth bestselling book, and most personal yet. She’s not just a storyteller, she’s a story strategist—someone who helps others find language for pain they never dared to name.If you have a story you’re scared to tell, Julie will help you find the words, the power, and the platform to speak it—with boldness, not shame.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.

Are you unknowingly sabotaging your credibility by falling into this communication trap?In this episode, communication expert Laura Camacho reveals how overexplaining—especially in meetings—can make you seem immature or insecure, even when you’re the most prepared person in the room. If you're a high-performing introvert or social introvert aiming for executive presence, this is a must-listen.By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:2️⃣ The two main forms of overexplaining that derail your message and credibility😱Surprising research linking overexplaining to social anxiety and perceived incompetence🎯Practical, real-time techniques to stop overexplaining and sound more confident instantlyTo chat with Lara to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.Press play now to master the art of concise, high-impact communication and elevate your executive presence today.If you want a complimentary Clear Point of View cheatsheet mentioned send an email with POV in the subject line to hello@speakupwithlaura.com.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.

Ever felt overshadowed in meetings while the extroverts take center stage? This discussion offers a transformative leadership hack that empowers introverts to turn their fear into magnetic communication. Discover how to reset your mindset and channel nervous energy into authentic presence. With practical examples and key reframes, you’ll learn to sound more confident while staying true to yourself. Unlock the secrets to enhancing your executive presence and get ready to let your brilliant ideas shine!

Negotiation expert Saad A. Saad, a lecturer at Columbia University and author of 'In the Lead', shares insights on the dangers of being overly flexible at work. He discusses how self-advocacy and empathy can coexist without compromising leadership credibility. Listeners learn to recognize everyday negotiations, the importance of clarity, and actionable tactics for more assertive communication. Saad emphasizes the need for a strategic mindset, warning against excessive concessions in pursuit of harmony.