Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style

Matthew Sorenson, an executive recruiter and interview coach, shares his insights on acing job interviews. He reveals the common pitfalls candidates face, especially introverts, and emphasizes the need to present oneself as the solution to a company's challenges. Discover a three-part pitch formula that helps you stand out without overselling. Plus, learn effective strategies for salary negotiations and how to navigate tough scenarios with confidence. Sorenson's tips will transform your approach, ensuring you're the irresistible candidate every employer wants.

Uncover the hidden emotional barriers that can trigger anxiety instead of trust when presenting to executives. Learn how to shift your pitch to prioritize feelings of safety, making leaders more receptive. Delve into why corporate risk aversion stifles innovation, and discover strategies to address this challenge. The secrets revealed can help you become a trusted voice in the room, ensuring your ideas get the attention they deserve.

Discover how intelligent introverts leverage powerful metaphors to boost their influence in high-stakes situations. A strategic communication tool used during U.S.-China talks is unveiled, showing how subtle shifts can control energy in any room. Learn how to simplify complexity and build trust through impactful analogies, all while remaining authentic. If you've ever felt overlooked in discussions, this discussion offers the keys to commanding respect and leading effectively without changing who you are.

Steve Lucas, a three-time CEO and author of "Digital Impact," dives into the vital role of trust in successful digital transformations. He reveals that the key to AI adoption isn’t just about the tech, but how leaders communicate the ‘why’ behind initiatives. Lucas discusses the importance of storytelling and adjusting communication styles to connect with various audiences. He also addresses AI's dual role in job disruption and creation, emphasizing the need for skill development to thrive in this evolving landscape.

Explore the hidden dynamics that lead to idea misattribution, where louder voices can overshadow introverts’ contributions, costing them visibility and influence. Discover practical strategies to ensure that your ideas are heard, remembered, and rightly attributed to you. Learn how to boost your confidence in meetings while embracing your unique communication style. This discussion offers empowering insights into how introverts can navigate extroverted environments and reclaim their leadership presence.

Discover the art of storytelling that makes complex ideas irresistible! Learn how high-performing introverts can toggle between visibility and reflection to lead authentically. Uncover essential questions that build personal connections and enhance likability. Dive into charisma lessons from Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, and master the balance between charisma and depth. These practical strategies will empower introverts and ambiverts to communicate with greater power and presence.

In this engaging discussion, Mario Lanzarotti, a coach for high-performing business owners and creator of the Zenpreneur Method, uncovers why even the brightest minds struggle with confident communication. He reveals how childhood experiences shape our speaking styles and the impact of imposter syndrome. Mario shares actionable techniques for mastering meetings, suggesting that mindful speaking speed can command respect. He emphasizes emotional awareness and the art of genuine storytelling to foster influence and connection in leadership.

Are you missing out on senior leadership roles due to poor communication? Discover the three common pitfalls that may be sabotaging your success. Learn how execs think differently and why aligning your messaging is crucial. Find out what happens in real-time when you fall into these traps. Gain practical strategies to enhance your clarity, confidence, and credibility, allowing you to present your ideas effectively in high-stakes meetings. Upgrade your communication to finally be recognized as C-suite material!

Are you an introvert who feels stuck in your career because you don't fit the traditional "outgoing leader" mold?In this episode, Laura Camacho breaks down how Nicole Shanahan—a self-described introvert from a humble background—became a nationally recognized figure by embracing her quiet charisma. You'll uncover why you don't need a fancy pedigree, how to use your natural strengths to build powerful executive presence, and why speaking less can sometimes influence more.To set up a quick call to see if the Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:🎯Why you don’t need upper class pedigree to mix with powerful American aristocracy like the Kennedy family🧲How to leverage what you’re already good at to build compelling executive presence🧩What you can do without saying anything that builds massive influencePress play now to learn how to command executive presence without faking a louder personality—and finally get the recognition you deserve!Please check out my free Executive Presence Self Assessment.  This assessment is designed to help you evaluate your executive presence across 10 critical qualities, from communication clarity to poise under pressure. By identifying your strengths and areas for improvement, you'll gain a clearer understanding of how to refine your leadership style. Get your copy here.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.

In today’s episode you’ll discover how you unknowingly lose the respect and attention of ultra high achievers because of how you communicate.If you've ever struggled to connect with executives, investors, or high-achieving leaders — this episode breaks down why most pitches, presentations, and conversations fail before they even start. Hint: It's not about being impressive. It's about understanding their world.By the end of today’s episode with guest Jordan Edwards you’ll know:How elite performers really communicate — and why less is often more.The #1 mindset shift to instantly build trust with busy, high-level professionals.How lifestyle choices (yes, like running marathons or traveling in Europe) directly impact your executive presence and leadership confidence.To chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.If you're ready to communicate with clarity, build trust faster, and become the kind of leader people want to follow — hit play and learn how the best do it.So look, if you find yourself in situations where you're pitching your ideas to ultra high achievers — executives, investors, decision makers — and you keep walking away frustrated because it feels like you're not breaking through or being heard and it's making you feel like maybe you're not cut out for those rooms or those conversations... but deep down you know your ideas deserve a seat at the table... that's exactly why I created my Executive Presence Mastery System.It's built to help high-achieving professionals like you communicate with clarity, confidence, and executive presence — especially in high-stakes moments. If you're tired of getting overlooked and you're ready to start owning the room — go to the show notes, click the first link you see, or visit www.speakupwithlaura.com and grab a time to chat. I'd love to show you how we can get you speaking like the leader you already are.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:Jordan Edwards  is the founder of Edwards Consulting and Host of the #Clockedin Podcast. Jordan strives to create an exciting life through incredible experiences. From Hiking the Inca Trail to Traveling around the world (25 countries thus far). To Interviewing the Founder of Reebok, Joseph Foster and running the NYC Marathon to name a few. Also, Jordan helps businesses lower merchant processing fees through his relationships with experts in the field. Jordan shares these insights with his audience and clients.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.