Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style

That moment when someone throws a question your way in a meeting? Don’t see it as a pop quiz or even a test. In reality, it's your golden opportunity. As a high-performing leader, you’re already fielding tough questions in meetings, presentations, or even podcast interviews. But are you leveraging those moments to showcase your strategic brilliance, build trust, and leave a lasting impression? If not, you’re missing a key tool to fast-track your leadership impact. Here’s what you’ll gain from today’s episode:🌟 A proven four-step framework to respond to questions with confidence, influence, and authority, every single time.🤝 The secret to turning every question into a micro relationship builder that amplifies trust and likability.🚀 How to use strategic responses to boost your professional reputation beyond the meeting room, making you memorable and indispensable.Listen now and discover how to turn even the toughest questions into opportunities to showcase your leadership brilliance!And if you’re ready to truly transform how you show up in executive leadership conversations, let’s take it further. You can stop being overlooked and start leading with a strong executive presence. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program (learn bespoke skills + strategies) 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.

Discover how conviction trumps charisma for impactful leadership. Learn to transform your ideas into movements that resonate with others. Uncover strategies to disarm critics and position yourself as a trusted strategist. Explore the power of collaboration and earned insights to elevate your executive presence. Gain tools to anticipate objections and foster stronger stakeholder relationships, proving that belief in your vision is the key to leadership success.

Most leaders think leadership is about strategy and hard work—but what if the real key to building a high performance team lies in something else?As a highly conscientious, high-performing leader, you’re already exceeding expectations—but how do you energize a team that’s burned out or disengaged? This episode dives into a counter intuitive yet effective approach that reignites passion and builds trust while helping you step confidently into the role of a transformational leader.By the end of this totally fun conversation with Joel Zeff (journalist turned comedian) you’ll know: 🎉 Discover the underestimated power of the daily communication with your team that escalates performance🚀 How to create an environment of positive support and opportunity that drives higher team performance without exhausting yourself🧠 Unlock confidence-building tools that help you break free from perfectionism and make authentic connections.Hit play now and learn how to transform your leadership style into one that inspires loyalty, productivity, and fun—your team (and future self) will thank you.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 skills and strategies 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:As a national speaker, work culture expert, and humorist, Joel Zeff captivates audiences with a unique blend of hilarious improvisational comedy and essential ideas on work and life. He is a dynamic speaker, work culture expert, improvisational humorist, and author. He recently updated his book Make the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevate Your Team, and Unleash the Fun at Work, to include everything readers need to increase engagement, communicate more effectively, and create a positive and successful work environment.Since 1997, Joel has inspired audiences from Wells Fargo to Samsung to KPMG and even the IRS. Yes, the IRS. Joel is a masterful keynote speaker and a nationally renowned motivator, humorist, and improvisational actor. His spontaneous humor and vital messages have thrilled audiences for more than 25 years, and he has shared his insight at more than 2,500 events.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.

A first impression of you is formed faster than the blink of an eye—less than one-tenth of a second. And guess what? It’s not what you’re saying; it’s what you’re silently showing.As a highly conscientious, high-performing leader, you’re used to focusing on results. But have you ever paused to think about what you might be silently communicating before you even speak? In today’s competitive landscape, those unconscious cues could mean the difference between being remembered—or overlooked.By the end of this episode you’ll know:💡 Learn the hidden signals you’re sending with your facial expressions. 💡 Discover the power of nonverbal energy and posture to instantly communicate 💡 Master the art of attentiveness and voice tone to leave an impression that says you’re calm, in control, and truly present🎙️ Listen now to discover the secrets to transforming your silent cues into a magnetic first impression that elevates your executive presence—press play today!Remember, introverts can be just as magnetic and memorable as extroverts. It’s all about being intentional with your presence.Ready to stop being overlooked and start leading with a strong executive presence? If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program (learn bespoke skills + strategies) 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.

Have you ever left a meeting feeling completely defeated because your well-prepared, game-changing idea got shut down by senior leadership? You’re not alone—brilliant professionals face this rejection all the time, and today we’re uncovering exactly why it happens.You put in the effort, crafted a strong case, and addressed a major problem—so why did your idea still get rejected? High-performing leaders often struggle with executive buy-in because they miss three crucial elements that drive top-level decision-making. If you’re tired of being overlooked in high-stakes conversations, this episode will give you the edge you need.By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:✅ The Hidden Executive Secrets meaning executives can’t always share everything they know. ✅ How to frame your solutions using the language of Influence - so you speak  directly to senior leadership’s priorities and decision-making style.✅ Building Trusted Advisor Status and what matters even more than your ideas. Stop wasting your energy on ideas that won’t get traction—hit play now to learn how to make your voice impossible to ignore at the executive level.And if you’re ready to truly transform how you show up in executive leadership conversations, let’s take it further. You can stop being overlooked and start leading with a strong executive presence. If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program (learn bespoke skills + strategies) 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.

What if the key to leveling up your leadership isn’t your title or experience, but your ability to master the invisible patterns that shape communication and influence?As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you’ve nailed the technical side of your job. But to break through to the next level, you need to stand out as a strategic thinker who connects actions to impact. In this episode, we dive into actionable tools from neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) and leadership science to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and influence.In Laura’s conversation with leadership trainer to gaming industry, Andy Coley, you’ll learn:🔑 The keys to unlock the hidden patterns in communication to decode emotions and behaviors ✨ Master a clean feedback framework that builds even stronger teams 🎯How to position yourself as the natural choice for promotionsListen now to learn the leadership skills that will set you apart—and make your promotion feel inevitable.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 or your personality 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:Andy Coley, 2023 TEDx Speaker of the Year, has designed a leadership and development training programme specifically for the gaming industry. He understands the specific challenges facing your company as you develop products and the delicate symbiotic relationship between you and players. His book, Leadership Is a Skill: Transform your impact as a leader will help you develop deeper emotional intelligence to lead with authenticity and empathy. He also shares ways to apply Neuro-Linguistic Programming techniques to enhance communication, influence, and team dynamics and master conflict management and support your team through change effectively.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.

There is one thing you need to focus on when you are criticized in a meeting that will  shift perceptions to YOUR advantage.Let’s unlock the secret that separates extraordinary leaders from the rest.As a high-performing leader, you’ve likely faced criticism or unexpected pushback in crucial meetings. Whether it’s a well-meaning colleague or a skeptical executive, how you respond in these moments can either solidify your reputation as a calm, strategic leader or leave others questioning your readiness for bigger roles. This episode equips you with a powerful technique to transform such moments into opportunities to showcase your executive presence.By the end of this episode you’ll know:🌟 How to exude unshakable confidence and command respect—even when caught off guard.🤝 You can use criticism to build trust and credibility even if your brain freezes.🧠 A tool to gain valuable time to formulate sharp, strategic responses.Press play now to learn how to handle pushback like a pro and transform criticism into a launchpad for your executive brilliance!Ready to stop being overlooked and start leading with presence? If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program (learn bespoke skills + strategies) 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.

Think saying the wrong thing in a meeting ruins your career? The truth is, it doesn’t have to—what happens next can make you even more influential.If you're a conscientious, high-performing leader, you know how paralyzing the fear of saying the wrong thing can be. But what if the very mistakes you're so afraid of could become your biggest opportunities for growth, respect, and connection? This episode reveals exactly how to shift the narrative and recover like a seasoned pro.In today’s episode, you’ll learn: ✨Two battle-tested angles to take to recover from saying the wrong thing depending on how serious is your blooper.🔥What NOT to do under any circumstances.🔑A perfect comeback for unfair criticism.Hit play now and discover how to make every mistake a stepping stone to greater influence and career success.If you’d like personalized help to elevate your executive communication, my 90-Day Executive Presence Mastery System uncovers blind spots, equips you with communication tools, and positions you as a leader executives respect. Click  here to schedule a quick chat—it might just be the turning point in your career.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.

What if boosting team performance, innovation and your executive presence depends on this strategy you’ve been ignoring?High-performing leaders often feel the pressure to deliver results while maintaining meaningful relationships. This episode is a must-listen for conscientious leaders who want to align results with relationships and build unstoppable momentum.By the end of this episode you’ll know: 🎯 The kind of leadership communication that sparks creativity and drives your team to outperform. 💡 How to Master Constructive Feedback balancing accountability with humanity to elevate performance reviews. 🌟 Offering Leadership Clarity for decisiveness and transparency while encouraging input from your team.Hit play now to transform your leadership approach with actionable empathy strategies—your team (and your bottom line) will thank you.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.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:Maria Ross helps companies create strong leaders, thriving cultures, and winning brands. Clients include LogicGate, Alteryx, ContentSquare, Dropbox, Expanse, Splunk, GSK, Wedgewood Pharmacy.Forbes named The Empathy Edge: Harnessing the Value of Compassion as an Engine for Success a 2020 Top 11 book redefining leadership and The CEO Magazine named it a top inspirational business book.Maria wrote an earlier book, Rebooting My Brain, which tells the story of her miraculous brain aneurysm recovery — with tongue-in-cheek humor & levity (yes, really).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.

If you didn’t go to Harvard business school, you can still fast track your career success using this one executive presence tool. Many high-performing leaders face a common challenge: they excel at execution but struggle to communicate a clear, strategic point of view. Without this skill, it’s impossible to stand out as a true leader or influence decisions at the executive level. This episode dives into how to articulate your vision so you’re seen as the strategic powerhouse your company needs.By the end of this episode you’ll know:💡 Discover the secret framework for crafting a compelling point of view that makes senior leaders stop and listen.🚀 Learn how to overcome fear of pushback and advocate boldly for your ideas—even if you’re not yet a VP.🧠 Get real-world examples from iconic leaders like Jeff Bezos and Safra Catz to inspire your own strategy.Don’t let your hard work go unnoticed—press play now to unlock the communication tool that makes your leadership undeniable!Articulating clear points of view also demonstrates that you are strategic. Strategy is about making deliberate choices to achieve specific goals, often.Ready to stop being overlooked and start leading with presence? If you want personalized help to massively elevate your executive communication, our Executive Presence Mastery System, a 90-day intensive coaching program (learn bespoke skills + strategies) 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.