Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style

Discover how perceived weaknesses can transform into strengths for leaders, especially introverts. Explore the power of empathy and emotional intelligence in enhancing communication and team dynamics. Learn how prioritizing listeners’ needs can drive results and foster collaboration. Delve into the surprising impact of sleep on performance and communication skills. Uncover the importance of self-awareness for personal and professional success, and find strategies to elevate your executive presence.

Discover how effective leaders enhance their impact by asking the right questions rather than just giving orders. Learn the transformative power of inquiries like 'how can we?' to boost creativity and connection. Uncover strategies for building deeper relationships while maintaining personal boundaries. Explore how self-awareness and understanding your communication style can amplify your executive presence. These insights will elevate your leadership game and foster meaningful connections with colleagues.

In this enlightening conversation, 50 Cent, also known as Curtis James Jackson III, shares his journey from a turbulent past to becoming a business mogul and master communicator. He discusses the mindset that turns setbacks into confidence, emphasizing the importance of viewing adversity as a learning tool. Listeners will learn how adaptability and strategic decision-making can unlock their potential. Discover actionable insights to enhance executive presence and charisma, proving that challenges can be transformed into stepping stones for success.

Chris Deaver, a leadership coach and culture shaper who has influenced companies like Apple and Disney, discusses the unique strengths introverts bring to leadership. He shares practical strategies for embracing change and fostering creativity. The conversation highlights how introverts can drive innovation and collaboration, transforming challenges into successes. Chris emphasizes the importance of asking profound questions to spark meaningful dialogue and the value of personal experiences in inspiring growth and connection in teams.

Did you know that emotional ads are almost twice as likely to drive profit growth compared to purely data-driven ads? This research finding has profound implications for you.As a high-performer, you know the value of influence and recognition. Yet, in a world where everyone is vying for attention, being dull is THE SAME as being invisible. This episode uncovers the costly mistake of being uninteresting and provides actionable insights so that your communication captivates and compels.Laura literally drops so many scientific insights into what it takes to be interesting, including:What your messaging must have to drive action and influence decisions.5 KEY questions to avoid the pitfalls of being dull and instead make you and your message stand out.Quick elements that automatically make your message more relatableTransform your communication and captivate your audience by tuning in to this Speak UP episode. Listen now to gain the strategies you need to ensure you're never overlooked or underestimated again.Don’t forget to take my signature communication style assessment—here’s the link.RESOURCES:Click here to see The Extraordinary Cost of Being Dull with Peter Field and Adam Morgan on Youtube.My favorite business book is A Beautiful Constraint by Adam Morgan and Marc Barden.AND here’s the link to access my free signature communication style assessment.Episode 280: 3 Things You MUST Know About People to Really Influence ThemFOR 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 so people want to listen 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.

Ever wish you had that sharp observational wit and relatability like comedian Jerry Seinfeld?In today’s episode, we dive into some takeaways from famed comedian Jerry Seinfeld’s recent commencement speech at Duke University to help you be funnier and more charismatic.This episode is especially relevant for highly conscientious business leaders who strive to enhance their communication skills and build stronger connections with their teams and clients.Here’s what you’ll gain from listening to this episode:💎 The FIRST thing you should do when speaking to an audience.😎 Why you shouldn’t feel ashamed of being awkward ever.🧩 How paying attention to certain details builds your confidence and charisma.Tune in to find out how these Seinfeld-inspired strategies can transform your communication skills and boost your charisma. Click play now and start mastering the art of humor at work!Knowing your own signature communication orientation is essential for authentic and confident executive presence. Discover here your own signature communication style (free assessment) so your voice can begin to be heard and respected in meetings, you gain more influence, and understand better how to reach key stakeholders.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 so people want to listen 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.

Have you ever wondered how to transform your presentations into powerful tools of confident influence?In this episode of Speak Up, we dive into the strategies that turn a simple presentation into an opportunity to captivate and persuade.Today’s life-altering tips include:🥂 Discover ways to connect better with your audience DURING the presentation.🔥 Exactly how to prepare for ANY unexpected scenario during your presentation.🔑 What to do if you’re feeling uncertainty because of ongoing layoffs in your industry or company.Tune in to discover surefire ways to improve your presentation skills and take the elevator (not the stairs) to real influence.Knowing your own signature communication orientation is essential for authentic and confident executive presence. Discover here your own signature communication style (free assessment) so your voice can begin to be heard and respected in meetings, you gain more influence, and understand better how to reach key stakeholders.ABOUT THIS WEEK’S GUEST:Find the captivating Shannon Alter at Leaders Exceed. Shannon works with organizations and leaders who want to communicate with clarity and help their leaders learn exactly what to say and how to say it. Companies hire her when they want to gain a competitive edge by transforming how they communicate, persuade and impact others, both professionally and personally.She is a workshop and keynote speaker.FOR YOU:Knowing your own signature communication orientation is essential for authentic and confident executive presence. Discover here your own signature communication style (free assessment) so your voice can begin to be heard and respected in meetings, you gain more influence, and understand better how to reach key stakeholdersIn 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 wondered what exactly you need to know about your audience to win them over effortlessly and keep them engaged?As a high-performing leader, knowing how to connect with and influence key stakeholders can be the difference between success and stagnation. This episode shares the inside scoop on really knowing your audience without extensive research.Without stalking your key stakeholders on FB, you'll learn these research-backed executive presence gems:🪝 Using the "flow of content hierarchy" what your audiences from you to enhance your executive presence and deliver your message effectively.🎯 Easy ways to identify and adapt to the preferred communication styles of your key stakeholders.🚀 Uncover the one essential question you need to ask yourself to make any presentation or proposal.Tune into this episode now to elevate your communication skills and build stronger connections with your audience!Knowing your own signature communication orientation is essential for authentic and confident executive presence. Discover here your own signature communication style (free assessment) so your voice can begin to be heard and respected in meetings, you gain more influence, and understand better how to reach key stakeholders.Want an answer to your communication conundrum? Email me (hello@speakupwithlaura.com) your question and I’ll answer it in an upcoming episode.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.

The best professional photographers always score brilliant first impressions and connections with their subjects to capture that perfect photograph.As a highly conscientious, high-performing leader, you know the importance of making a powerful first impression. However, you probably underestimate the power of the way you introduce yourself in meetings.This podcast episode is here to help you refine your self-introduction to captivate your audience from the start, reduce social anxiety, and build meaningful connections.In this episode on nonverbal communication tips, you'll discover how to:🏆 What you must do to establish trust and rapport instantly.🧩 A quirky tool that 100% makes your presentations and meetings more memorable.🧠 A simple investment that instantly boosts your confidence, charisma, AND credibility!Ready to transform your self-introduction and boost your executive presence? Play the episode now and start making unforgettable first impressions!Knowing your own signature communication orientation is essential for authentic and confident executive presence. Discover here your own signature communication style (free assessment) so your voice is heard and respected in meetings, you gain more influence, and understand better how to reach key stakeholders.FOR YOU:To give your emerging executives the opportunity to polish their communication skills using the Speak Up 360, schedule a quick call here. 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.

Don't let your ideas be overlooked in meetings when everyone is a senior leader and highly impatient ever again!As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you understand the importance of winning communication. Yet, the ability to capture attention and make your voice heard can be challenging, especially in leadership meetings. In this episode you will learn how to ensure your ideas are recognized and valued.Corporate Master Storyteller and author of Nothing Gets Sold Until the Story Gets Told, Steve Multer gives us a virtual MASTERCLASS with in charisma solid scientific research with these 3 takeaways to transform your storytelling skills (Studies and talks linked in the show notes):1. What data-driven colleagues (and others) tell you they want versus what they actually need from you2. What to know so that any executive audience values and acts on your ideas.3. Get that balance between delivering data and telling a story that resonates without taking too much of your time.Tune in now to transform your leadership presence and make your voice heard!Knowing your own signature communication orientation is essential for authentic and confident executive presence. Discover here your own signature communication style (free assessment) so your voice can begin to be heard and respected in meetings, you gain more influence, and understand better how to reach key stakeholders.SCIENTIFIC RESOURCES MENTIONED:This is Your Brain on Communication Ted talk by Princeton’s Uri Hasson.The 10 Commandments of Dominance based on Desmond Morris’ The Human Zoo.ABOUT THIS WEEK’S GUEST:Steve Multer, author of Nothing Gets Sold Until the Story Gets Told, an insightful guide that will level up your public speaking skills, build your confidence onstage or on-camera, and position you as a more valuable representative for your company.For over two decades, Steve has partnered with the world’s most powerful and influential brands to craft and share their most effective and successful value to the marketplace. He’s delivered more than 20,000 talks at 800+ events for over 2 million customers, partners, and industry analysts, representing global organizations.When Steve hits the stage for CISCO, SPLUNK, HP, INTEL, FUJIFILM, SIEMENS, BAYER, SPRINT, DISH, HEIDELBERG, LG, VOLVO, PANASONIC, SONY, XEROX, and many others, audiences feel the value, experience the passion, and discover the deeper brand connection.As a keynote speaker, executive presence trainer, and presentation coach across North America, Europe, and Asia, Steve is an enthusiastic evangelist for better corporate storytelling, guiding executives, thought leaders, and sales teams toward stronger spoken content and increased communication success.FOR YOU:To give your emerging executives the opportunity to polish their communication skills using the Speak Up 360, schedule a quick call. Visit www.speakupwithlaura.com to learn how Laura’s allergy to boring helps leaders speak up so people want to listen 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.