Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style

Curious about the secret ingredients behind the quiet charisma of fashion icon Ann Mashburn?As a conscientious highly-conscious leader, you understand the importance of effective leadership and building a strong brand presence. In this episode, we dissect the charismatic leadership style of Ann Mashburn, uncovering howher authentic friendliness, transparency, and visionary approach have propelled her to success in the competitive world of retail.🏆 Gain insights into the power of personal connection and its impact on customer loyalty and team morale.🔥Discover strategies for visionary leadership that will help you stay ahead of market trends and inspire your team to embrace innovation.🪴Learn how to cultivate a family-friendly culture in your workplace to foster authenticity, transparency, and stronger connections among team members.Ready to unlock the secrets of charismatic leadership and elevate your personal brand to new heights? Tune in now to explore the charisma of Ann Mashburn and glean actionable insights to enhance your own leadership style.FOR YOU:Did you enjoy this peek into the charisma of Ann Mashburn? If there’s someone YOU would like to know more about in terms of charisma secrets, email me at hello@speakupwithlaura.com.If you’re not getting our weekly communication dispatch, please without delay visit www.speakupwithlaura.com and get on the Speak Up A plus List!In Speak Up communication training, teams and individuals 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.

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of AI's impact on leadership communication and problem-solving?Brainstorming with generative AI requires rethinking your ideation workflow and learning new skills. - Kian GoharAs a business leader, you're likely pondering how AI will shape the future of your work and innovation. Kian Gohar, AI researcher and expert with over a decade of experience studying AI and its implications, shares groundbreaking insights, revealing how AI can revolutionize collaboration and problem-solving within teams.🔑Discover the surprising truth about AI's impact on problem-solving and creativity in business teams.🔥Learn practical strategies for effectively integrating AI into your leadership toolkit to drive innovation, performance, and productivity.🎤 Gain access to a conversational AI drill coach designed to skyrocket your team's AI fluency and communication skills.🧩 Get the inside scoop on how your AI skills will affect future job interviews.Don't miss out on the opportunity to elevate your leadership communication skills to gain key visibility at work, using AI. Tune in to the episode now and visit howtofixit.ai to access exclusive research and tools for mastering AI in your career.If you’re not getting our weekly communication dispatch, please without delay visit www.speakupwithlaura.com and get on the Speak Up A plus List!ABOUT THIS WEEK’S GUEST:Kian Gohar is a bestselling author, futurist, and Founder/CEO of Geolab, a leadership development firm building the future of work with mindset shifts in innovation and teamwork. In 2022, he co-wrote the Wall Street Journal bestselling book “Competing in the New World of Work” with Keith Ferrazzi, which was published by Harvard Business Review Press, and translated into 7 languages.A former executive director of both the XPRIZE Foundation and Singularity University, Kian has coached the leadership teams of dozens of Fortune 500 companies on innovation, artificial intelligence, and the future of work. He is regularly featured in global business media, including HBR, Fortune, Inc., Fast Company, and Entrepreneur, and is a sought-after keynote speaker for marquee global conferences and business events. He is a graduate of Northwestern, the London School of Economics, and the Harvard Business School, and serves on the board of the Transformational Leadership Council.FOR YOU:Convinced about your executive presence when you walk into that meeting? Are you crushing your presentations? Do you use good metaphors? Such are the executive micro skills!!!To give your emerging executives the opportunity to polish their communication skills using the Speak Up 360, schedule a quick call here. Visit www.speakupwithlaura.com to learn how Laura’s allergy to boring helps leaders speak up and make things better.In Speak Up communication training, teams and individuals 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.

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of executive presence and elevate your leadership game? Join us as we delve into the power of questions in leadership in this quick mini episode.As a high-performing business leader, you understand the importance of effective communication and making impactful decisions. However, mastering the art of asking the right questions can take your leadership to the next level. In this episode, we'll unveil eight crucial questions that exceptional leaders consistently ask to inspire, innovate, and lead with purpose.Discover how these questions can enhance your executive presence and empower you to navigate challenging situations with confidence.🔑Gain the ability to give feedback that inspires growth and accountability in your team.🧩 Learn how to shift conversations from complaining to problem-solving with a simple question.🍾Discover strategies for fostering better communication and collaboration in your workplace.Ready to transform your leadership style and unlock your full potential? Tune in now to learn the eight key questions that will revolutionize your approach to leadership.If you’re not getting our weekly communication dispatch, please without delay visit www.speakupwithlaura.com and get on the Speak Up A List!FOR YOU:Speak Up 360 is a cutting-edge leadership development 360 tool designed exclusively for highly-conscientious senior leaders like you. It’s focused exclusively on HIGH-IMPACT communication skills!To give your emerging executives the opportunity to polish their communication skills using the Speak Up 360, schedule a quick call here. Visit www.speakupwithlaura.com to learn how Laura’s allergy to boring helps leaders speak up and make things better.On the Speak up podcast, learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style and executive presence to increase visibility for promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking to engage audiences effectively.

Ever wondered why golf legend Phil Mickelson's thumbs up gesture is more than just a casual hand movement? Did you know you can use a signature hand gesture to boost your own confidence and charisma?Welcome to episode 237, *A List Charisma Mini*, where we uncover the magnetic charm of the world's most captivating personalities in bite-sized episodes. Here we reveal the charisma & communication secrets of A-Listers so you get the recognition and opportunities you deserve. I'm your host, Laura Camacho and today, we're diving into the charisma of golf legend PhilMickelson, focusing on his signature gesture, the iconic thumbs up.As a highly-conscientious high performing professional, you understand the importance of charisma in making lasting impressions and fostering strong connections. But how can studying golfer Phil Mickelson's signature thumbs up gesture benefit you in the boardroom?Check out these 3 specific charisma takeaways:1. Confidence Display: Learn the connection between a simple hand gesture and how you can use it to enhance your executive presence.2. Connection to Others: Phil Mickelson has thousands of admiring fans. How can he establish a sense of connection with all of these people? Does this help those of us who are NOT golfers?3. Resilience Reinforcement: Why does resilience matter anyway when you’re cultivating charisma? Listen and find out!Dive into this episode of A List Charisma Mini: Phil Mickelson now to uncover the secrets behind Phil Mickelson's charismatic thumbs up gesture and learn how to incorporate its lessons into your own charisma toolkit.FOR YOU:If you’re not getting our weekly communication dispatch, please without delay visit www.speakupwithlaura.com and get on the Speak Up A plus List!In Speak Up communication training, teams and individuals 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.

Learn the value of asking the right questions for career success and relationships. Guest Jeff Wetzler shares a framework for smarter decisions and deepening relationships. Discover the 'ask approach' and practical tips for fostering open communication. Enhance leadership skills through effective questioning and listening techniques.

Ever wondered how to fast-track your promotion and climb that career ladder quicker?Tune in as we reveal the insider secrets to boosting your visibility and accelerating your journey towards that coveted promotion. In this quick episode, discover how increased visibility can lead to greater recognition of your skills, contributions, and potential within the organization.💰Gain consideration for promotions, raises, and other career advancement opportunities.🔥Expand your professional network, accessing valuable resources and opportunities.🎤Increase your influence and impact on decisions, initiatives, and outcomes within your organization.Ready to propel your career forward? Hit play now to uncover the strategies for enhancing your visibility and unlocking new opportunities for success!FOR YOU:If you’re not getting our weekly communication dispatch, please without delay visit www.speakupwithlaura.com and get on the Speak Up A plus List!On the Speak up podcast, learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style and executive presence to increase visibility for promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking to engage audiences and beat imposter syndrome.

So many of us fear speaking the truth at work because doing so could backfire. What if you were fired for speaking the truth?Well, that's exactly what happened to Jennifer Sey, the former Levi's exec turned athletic wear entrepreneur.Hey there, fellow high-performing leaders! Picture this: navigating the choppy waters of authenticity versus corporate expectations during the chaotic times of a pandemic. Join us as we dive into Jennifer Sey's rollercoaster journey from Levi's boardroom to founding XX XY athletic wear for female athletes.🏆Ready to uncover the playbook for crafting a vision that doesn't just inspire, but sets your team on fire? Sey's got the secrets from her Levi's days.👑 Dive deep into the world of authenticity with Sey's groundbreaking XX XY initiative, empowering women athletes while redefining industry standards.🔥Learn how to supercharge your team and communicate like a pro, all while navigating the tumultuous waters of corporate life.Grab your headphones and get ready to soak up the wisdom from Jennifer Sey's journey – it's time to level up your leadership game!If you’re not getting our weekly communication dispatch, please without delay visit www.speakupwithlaura.com and get on the Speak Up A plus List!In Speak Up communication training, teams and individuals 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.

Ever wondered how an introverted tech visionary like Elon Musk captivates the world with his charisma?In today's episode, we unravel the enigmatic charm of Elon Musk, exploring how introverted tendencies can coexist with magnetic charisma. Whether you're an introvert, extrovert, or somewhere in between, there's much to learn from Musk's approach to leadership and communication.5️⃣Discover five key strategies Elon Musk employs to cultivate his unique brand of charisma🔥Learn practical techniques to enhance your communication style and leave a lasting impact, regardless of your personality type.✅Gain insights into how introverted traits can be leveraged as strengths in leadership and storytelling, empowering you to connect with others on a deeper level.Don't miss out on unlocking the secrets of charisma from Elon Musk's playbook! Tune in to this episode now and start implementing these strategies to elevate your presence and influence in both personal and professional spheres.FOR YOU:If you’re not getting our weekly communication dispatch, please without delay visit www.speakupwithlaura.com and get on the Speak Up A plus List!In Speak Up communication training, teams and individuals 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.

Have you ever walked into a room and instantly commanded attention, not because of your title, but because of an irresistible energy and confidence?In today's world, where leadership is about influence as much as it is about merit, understanding and cultivating executive presence is crucial. Whether you're aiming to elevate your leadership or unlock your full potential, this podcast episode delves into the secrets behind the transformative trait of executive presence:1. Gain insights into the elusive quality of executive presence, understanding its components of demeanor, communication, and confidence.2. Learn practical tips to immediately enhance your leadership style and how you're perceived in professional settings.3. Cultivate a mindset of a trusted advisor, allowing you to engage confidently in meetings, drive discussions, and make impactful recommendations.Tune in to this episode now to uncover the secrets of executive presence and start implementing them today to command attention, influence, and respect in every room you enter.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? Book a free discovery call with me now, and let’s create a clear path to your next promotion. Click here to get started.With Speak Up communication training, individuals learn to enhance their executive presence, 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 to engage audiences and beat imposter syndrome.

Today is Friday which means it’s time for your 5-minute A-List Charisma Booster. Last week covered the introduction to a speech by John Cleese and today we’re taking notes from JK Rowling, the beloved author of the Harry Potter series. I love how she offers us a compelling example of how introverts can wield charisma in the public eye. Despite her deeply introverted nature, Rowling has captivated millions of us with her storytelling superpower, advocacy for social issues, and being sincere about herself.Rowling's life and career exemplify how authenticity, vulnerability, and conviction can elevate introverts to positions of influence and inspire others to action. By following her example and staying true to themselves, introverts can harness their innate strengths to make a positive impact on the world around us.Let’s look at 3 A-List Charisma takeaways and calls to action from JK Rowling:1. **know your true self**: Take a moment to reflect on your own values, passions, and unique perspective. Stay true to yourself in all aspects of your life, whether it's in your personal relationships, professional endeavors, or creative pursuits.2. **Practice vulnerability**: Challenge yourself to step outside your comfort zone and embrace vulnerability in your interactions with others. Share your experiences, struggles, and aspirations openly and authentically.3. **Stand up for what you believe in**: Identify causes or issues that are important to you and take action to support them, whether it's through advocacy, volunteering, or simply raising awareness. Stay committed to your convictions, even in the face of adversity or criticism.Remember, each small step you take toward embracing your authenticity, practicing vulnerability, and standing up for your beliefs has the potential to create ripple effects of positive change in your own life and beyond.If you’re not getting our weekly communication dispatch, please without delay visit www.speakupwithlaura.com and get on the Speak Up A plus List!In Speak UP communication training, individuals 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 to engage audiences effectively.FOR YOU:To give your emerging executives the opportunity to polish their communication skills using the Speak Up 360, schedule a quick call here. Visit www.speakupwithlaura.com to learn how Laura’s allergy to boring helps leaders speak up and make things better.Want to make the world better? Please leave us a 5-star ⭐️podcast review to help others find this life-altering insight. We appreciate you!WIth Speak Up communication training, individuals learn to enhance their executive presence, 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 to engage audiences and beat imposter syndrome.