Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Think charisma means being loud or extroverted? Think again. What if one simple phrase could make you instantly more influential — without pretending to be someone you’re not?In this episode of Speak Up, we break down a science-backed technique from the world of improv that helps high-performing introverts sound more executive, build rapid rapport, and boost confidence in high-stakes conversations — all while staying true to who they are.By the end of today’s short episode you’ll know: 🪝Why emotional safety is the foundation of real charisma and what that means🔥How a 6-word phrase can instantly elevate your presence in meetings🏆Get 6 ready-to-use scripts you can steal for your next big conversationPress play now to learn the low-pressure phrase that makes you sound polished, present, and powerful — even on the spot.Want to see where your executive communication REALLY stands?Take the Executive Presence Scorecard — a 3-minute diagnostic that reveals the exact behaviors holding you back (and the ones moving you forward).👉 Email me at hello@speakupwithlaura.com with “score” in the subject line and I’ll get you the link to that assessment.To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New Speak Up 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.

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Struggle to sound supremely confident and relaxed when the pressure’s on—like in front of execs or during high-stakes meetings? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to fake it to make it. In this episode, we sit down with Seahawks broadcaster turned communication strategist Jen Mueller to uncover the tools pros use to stay sharp, concise, and impactful—even when the clock is ticking.Whether you're leading meetings, pitching proposals, or speaking to senior leadership, communication missteps can cost you credibility. Jen shares powerful insights from her career in sports broadcasting that directly translate to the boardroom—especially for introverts, overthinkers, and high-achievers who sometimes freeze under pressure. This isn’t about being flashy—it’s about being strategic.                                                                                             By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:🪝How to communicate with executive-level clarity using Jen’s simple ETA framework (Expectation, Timeline, Action)💰What pro athletes do differently to project confidence—even after a loss, and how you can do the same in tough meetings🎯The exact method to prep for pressure moments and regain control when your brain goes blank or you rambleIf you want to sound more confident and concise in any room—especially the intimidating ones—press play now and start using Jen’s broadcast-tested strategies today. Grab a free resource from Jen Mueller HERE. So look, if you find yourself stuck rambling, freezing up, or going totally blank in high-stakes moments — especially when you’re speaking to execs or in meetings where you really want to make a strong impression — and it's making you feel like you're never going to get the visibility or credibility you deserve... that’s exactly why we created the Executive Presence Scorecard. It’s an assessment to help high-achieving professionals master clear, confident communication — even under pressure. If you're tired of feeling like your brain is short-circuiting in key moments and want to speak with impact, get access to the Executive Presence Scorecard by emailing me at hello@speakupwithlaura.com with ”score” in the subject line.. I’d love to show you how we can shortcut your path to speaking with poise and power — no matter the audience.About our guest:Jen Mueller is a business communication expert and the founder of Talk Sporty to Me, where she helps companies level up their communication skills with actionable strategies inspired by her 25-year career as a sports broadcaster.An Emmy-award-winning producer, Jen is in her 16th season as the Seattle Seahawks sideline...

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.The reality is you can be excellent at your job and still be completely invisible to those specific leaders who control your next opportunity.If you’re a high-performing introvert, you’ve likely been told to let your work speak for itself. But in today’s episode, we break down why that advice is sabotaging your career and how visibility — not volume — is what drives influence in senior rooms.                                                                    By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:🎯Why your competence isn’t translating into recognition — and what’s really holding you back.3️⃣The three markers of executive-level communication that introverts often overlook.🚀A proven visibility strategy that plays to your introverted strengths — not against them.If you would like FREE coaching for our episode #500 coming out December 17 send me your burning executive presence question, plus your first name, role and company to hello@speakupwithlaura.com.If you’re someone who shows up strong with your team and even thrives in public speaking—but then freezes up or fades into the background when you're in the room with senior execs—and later regrets not speaking up or being remembered…That’s why we created the Executive Presence Mastery System—to help you build confidence and clarity around those exact moments. You don’t need to change your personality. You just need a strategy that sends the right leadership signals—your way.So if you’re tired of not being top-of-mind for promotions or stretch opportunities, go to the show notes or head to SpeakUpWithLaura.com/speakup, and find a time to talk. I’ll walk you through how this system helps high-performing introverts create influence without being loud.To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Let's discover practical tools to massively increase your charisma from one of the best of the best  communicators in business today…In today’s episode, we break down the communication style of stock analyst Daniel Ives — and why his calm clarity, relatable metaphors, and bold POVs (points of view) make him a masterclass in executive presence.                                                                                                By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:🔥Why Daniel Ives captivates audiences even when he’s delivering complex, technical content✨ The charismatic habits he uses that ANY introverted leader can adopt🧲How to borrow his presence phrases so you sound like a senior executive in every meeting — not just on your best daysHit play now to learn how to sound more like a senior leader—even when you’re not 100% sure of the answer.Remember: Charisma is not about being loud. It’s about being intentional.Daniel Ives shows us that clarity, warmth, and a strong point of view can elevate your presence in any room.Want to see where your communication REALLY stands?Take the Executive Presence Scorecard — a 3-minute diagnostic that reveals the exact behaviors holding you back (and the ones moving you forward).👉 Email me at hello@speakupwithlaura.com with “score” in the show notes and I’ll get you that assessment.To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.In today’s episode you’ll discover why your nonstop thoughts and anxiety secretly sabotaging your leadership reputation—while you’re completely unaware.In this episode, executive coach and author John Rosemberg breaks down the thinking traps that keep high achievers stuck in survival mode—especially when they’re trying to lead, grow, or transition into senior roles. Whether you’re stuck in overthinking, catastrophizing, or trying to read everyone’s mind, this episode is for you.                                                                                            By the end of today’s conversation with Jon Rosemberg you’ll know:A simple 3-step method (A.I.R.) to defuse overthinking and reclaim control in high-stakes situationsWhy relational value—not just productivity—determines your rise to senior leadershipHow to shift from survival mode to thriving, even in the face of personal or professional adversityIf you would like FREE coaching for our episode #500 coming out December 17 send me your question, your first name, role and company to hello@speakupwithlaura.com.Hit play now to learn how to break free from mental traps and show up with clarity, confidence, and executive presence—especially when it matters most.So look, if you find yourself stuck constantly overthinking every decision, replaying conversations in your head, and assuming the worst — and it's making you feel anxious, powerless, and totally drained… but you really want to lead with confidence, presence, and calm authority as you rise into senior roles… That’s exactly why we created the Executive Presence scorecard so you can see exactly if and where this overthinking is holding you  back. Simply email me at hello@speakupwithlaura.com and put “score” in the subject line and I will get you that access.To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.About our guest:Jon Rosemberg has over two decades coaching Fortune 500 executives and global teams through deep transformations, Jon has learned firsthand that growth begins when we courageously reclaim our agency. His personal journey, forged by immigration, loss, and career reinvention, inspires him to blend hard-won business insight with cutting-edge research to guide others toward greater meaning.Get his recently-released book, a...

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Have you ever walked into a meeting, fully qualified — and still found yourself freezing or staying silent?If you’ve been promoted, trusted, and experienced — yet still feel like an imposter in high-stakes rooms — this episode is for you. We’re unpacking why high-performing introverts often fall into the trap of under-communicating, and why charm and humor (yes, really) might be the exact tools to break the silence.By the end of today’s short episode, you’ll know:😳 How imposter syndrome can derail you after that juicy promotion🚀The executive mindset shift that helps you speak up without spiraling into overthinking.🔥Practical strategies to use lightness and humor as a strategic communication edge — even in high-stakes rooms.Press play now to learn how to finally speak up with power, clarity, and authenticity — even when imposter syndrome tries to shut you down.If you would like FREE coaching for our episode #500 coming out December 17 send me your burning executive presence question, plus your first name, role and company to hello@speakupwithlaura.com. If you’re done letting imposter syndrome rent space in your head… Then this is the moment to shift.I’ve built a structured, proven program specifically for experts and executives like you — people who’ve earned the seat but still struggle to use their voice once they get there. 👉 Head to www.speakupwithlaura.com/speakup (or click the top link in these show notes).Inside, you’ll find a link to schedule a strategy call. We’ll break down what’s really holding you back and build the executive presence strategy for you so that you command respect — without faking, forcing, or posturing.This is the voice of the next version of your leadership.Let’s unlock it.To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Is your “nice job!” praise quietly damaging your leadership credibility?In today’s episode of Speak Up, Laura Camacho breaks down the hidden power (and danger) of giving and receiving compliments in professional settings—especially for high-performing introverts. Discover how what seems like harmless praise might actually be eroding trust and diminishing your executive presence.                                                                                                     By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:😱Why giving and receiving compliments is so tricky and what happens with the wrong kind.🏆The 4 exact ingredients of any presence-building, gratitude practicing compliment.🎶How to receive a compliment gracefully without awkwardness.If you would like FREE coaching for our episode #500 coming out December 17 send me your question, your first name, role and company to hello@speakupwithlaura.com.Tune in now to unlock the power of compliments that strengthen your presence, elevate your influence, and leave a lasting impression.So look — if you’ve ever left a meeting feeling like you did everything “right,” but still didn’t get the recognition or influence you deserved… and it's starting to feel like charisma is this elusive trait only others were born with, but you still want to show up with natural confidence and authority in any room...That’s why we created the Executive Presence Scorecard. It’s a quick assessment based on the four pillars of my Executive Presence Mastery program, designed to pinpoint exactly where you shine and where you can grow — so you don’t waste time on things that won’t move the needle.To get it, email me at hello@speakupwithlaura.com with the word “score” in the subject line.To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Are you crushing it as a high performer but unsure how to step into a senior leadership role without burning out or losing control?In this powerful conversation, host Laura interviews Mara Dorne, a billion-dollar sales leader managing over 500 agents. Together, they unpack the real challenges of scaling leadership—especially when shifting from leading doers to leading other leaders. If you're eyeing a VP or Senior Director role, but unsure if you're truly ready or equipped, this episode is your roadmap.By the end of this episode you’ll know:🚀The critical difference between managing people and leading them through influence.🧩Why many high performers fail in leadership—and how to avoid being one of them.🔥Practical insight into maintaining team culture and motivation at scale.If you would like FREE coaching for our episode #500 coming out December 17 send me your question, your first name, role and company to hello@speakupwithlaura.com.Press play to learn how to scale your leadership the smart way—so your next move up isn’t your last.So look, if you find yourself stepping into a new leadership role — maybe you’ve just been promoted or you're managing multiple teams for the first time — and it's making you second guess whether you have the executive presence to lead other leaders… but you really want to walk into any room and be seen as the one to follow — that’s exactly why we created the Executive Presence Scorecard.It’s designed to help you quickly pinpoint the communication gaps and credibility leaks that might be holding you back — so you can scale your influence without being overlooked or second-guessed.To get access simply email me at hello@speakupwithlaura.com and put “score” in the subject line. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.In this episode you’ll learn the harsh reality about top-tier communication skills without which your career will stall—no matter how brilliant you are.This episode dives deep into the often invisible barrier keeping high-performing introverts from leadership roles: communication that lacks clarity, structure, and emotional resonance. If you've ever been told you “lack executive presence” without being told how to fix it, this episode is your roadmap.                                                                                    By the end of today’s episode you’ll know: 😳Why the skills that got you here won’t get you to the next level and it doesn’t matter that your team adores you🔥How one client landed a life-changing opportunity after one powerful tweak to his presentation💰How top-tier communication (not top-tier work) becomes the make-or-break factor as you move upIf you would like FREE coaching for our episode #500 coming out December 17 send me your question, your first name, role and company to hello@speakupwithlaura.com.If you're ready to be seen as the strategic leader you truly are, press play and learn how to master communication that commands attention in any room.But what you really want is to finally be seen as the strategic leader you are... to speak with calm authority in high-stakes meetings... to stop feeling like the invisible expert in a sea of performers...That’s exactly why I created the Executive Presence Mastery System—a 90-day intensive coaching program for brilliant, overlooked professionals who want to build undeniable visibility at the senior leadership level without becoming someone they’re not.If that sounds like your next step, head to speakupwithlaura.com/speakup or hit the link in the show notes above. Book a strategy call, and we’ll map out exactly what’s been keeping you invisible—and how to shift from overlooked to undeniable.To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Feel awkward or invisible at networking events and holiday parties? Here's how to become the person everyone wants to talk to.Social events aren’t just free drinks and awkward name tags—they’re powerful chances to build relationships, spark new opportunities, and make a lasting impression. But if you find yourself dreading these gatherings or defaulting to surface-level small talk, you’re not alone—and you’re leaving connection (and influence) on the table.Because by the end of this episode, you’ll know how to:🪝Project natural charisma with the powerful "Host Energy" mindset🧲3 easy conversation openers that actually create real connection🚀Subtle ways to stand out (without showing off) and make people remember youPress play now to discover how to walk into any room with confidence, connect with ease, and leave with meaningful new relationships.To get into the Speak Up communication loop, visit www.speakupwithlaura.com and get on our email list!To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Are you the smartest person in the room—but still getting passed over, misunderstood, or ignored in executive meetings?Welcome back to Speak Up, the podcast for high-performing introverts, including you social introverts, where we reveal the charisma & communication secrets of A-Listers so you get the recognition and opportunities you have earned. I am your host, Laura Camacho, your magical executive presence coach, godmother, and strategist.                                                                                                        By the end of today’s episode featuring executive leader, Dr. Sam Deutsch you’ll know:🪝The powerful difference between "being right" and "being heard" in executive spaces🥂How to translate deep expertise into business strategy leaders actually care about🔑Avoid the credibility-killing habits that hold back even the smartest technical professionalsOver his nearly two-decades-long career with ExxonMobil, Sam has been recognized as a relatable scientist with a rare combination of technical, operational, commercial, and corporate expertise critical to driving innovation on a global scale. Listen now to learn how to present your expertise in a way that earns trust, gets buy-in, and builds real executive presence.Perhaps deep down, you know you’ve got what it takes to lead at a higher level—if you could just package your ideas and credibility more effectively…That’s exactly why we created the Executive Presence Scorecard—to help high-performing professionals like you finally get the recognition, influence, and promotions your expertise deserves.Simply send me an email to hello@speakupwithlaura.com with the word “score” in the subject line and I’ll get you that access right away.To learn more 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.

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Have you ever quietly but definitively lost your confidence after a professional setback that no one else noticed—but you still feel it deeply?This episode is for high-performing introverts and corporate leaders who’ve experienced the sting of an “invisible fall”—those career setbacks that don’t come with a demotion or headline, but slowly chip away at your executive presence, confidence, and clarity. Whether you’ve been overlooked, edged out, or doubting yourself more than ever, you’re not alone—and it’s time to talk about it.                                                                                            By the end of today’s episode you’ll know: 😳How to recognize the subtle but damaging signs of an invisible fall.🔥Why imposter syndrome thrives after a silent setback—and how to interrupt it.💰A mindset and strategy shift to start rebuilding your confidence brick by brick.Press play now to reclaim your confidence, rebuild your executive edge, and rise stronger from your fall—because your next chapter starts with this pivot.My Executive Presence Mastery System is built for high-performing, overlooked leaders who’ve taken a fall—but are done holding back.If that sounds like your next step, head to speakupwithlaura.com/speakup or hit the link in the show notes above.To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

You can have the smartest solution in the world… but if you talk about that instead of what the key stakeholders care about, it’s like playing your favorite song—on mute.If you're a high-performing introvert who leads with logic and expects the data to speak for itself, this episode will change the way you communicate. Discover why clarity alone isn't enough to persuade — especially when stakes are high and attention is short.By the end of this episode you’ll know:🔥The “Go-Rick” method for understanding what your audience truly cares about✅Why emotional relevance beats technical brilliance in high-stakes communication🌴How to make any presentation more persuasive by starting with what’s at stake for your audienceListen now to learn how to speak with power and precision by aligning your message with what truly matters to decision-makers.Remember—when you speak to what your audience already cares about, you don’t have to push your ideas… they’ll lean in to pull them from you. If you’re ready to see how strong your communication impact really is, take my Executive Presence Scorecard—it’s free, and it’ll show you exactly where your influence soars and where it’s leaking.Simply email me at hello@speakupwithlaura.com and put “score” in the subject line and I’ll get you access to the Executive Presence Scorecard.To learn more 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.

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.What if everything you’ve been taught about owning the room—especially as an introvert—is completely wrong?In high-stakes environments like boardrooms and courtrooms, performance matters. But it’s not your resume or facts that win minds—it's your energy, your storytelling, and your presence. If you're a brilliant, introverted high-performer struggling to translate quiet expertise into commanding leadership, this episode will show you how to flip the script.By the end of today’s fascinating conversation with A-list attorney Brian Beckcom, you’ll know:🔑Why reframing nerves as something else is a powerful mindset shift even elite trial attorneys use💰How to use personal storytelling and body language to instantly increase your influence🪝Why authenticity beats perfection—and how to stop overpreparing and start connecting.Hit play now to learn how to show up with power and presence—even when the stakes are sky-high and your instinct is to stay small.If you’ve spent years being technically brilliant but still feel overlooked or underestimated in critical moments, it’s time to fix the missing link: your executive presence.That’s why I created the Executive Presence Scorecard—to help high performers like you identify the invisible blockers keeping you from the influence and recognition you deserve.So if you’re ready to see what you need to address to stop proving and start connecting, get access to the scorecard by emailing me at hello@speakupwithlaura.com and put “score” in the subject line.To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.About our guest:Mr. Beckcom is a Computer Scientist, Philosopher, & Trial Lawyer based in Houston, Texas. He has been voted a Texas Super Lawyer 14 consecutive times, every single year he has been eligible. Brian’s law firm, VB Attorneys, is one of the best law firms in the United States, and has obtained hundreds of millions of dollars for the firm’s clients, including many record-breaking resultsBrian Beckcom is also host of Lessons From Leaders, a popular podcast featuring military leaders, sports stars, New York Times best selling authors, scientists, and more.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.

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.You keep presenting solutions, interesting updates, or whatever is asked of you… but when you look across the table at your EVP, there’s no there there. If you've ever left an executive conversation thinking, "I said all the right things, so why didn’t they bite?" — this episode is for you.You’re putting in the work, preparing your message, and showing up ready to contribute. But when it comes to executive conversations, your ideas fall flat—not because they’re bad, but because they’re not landing the way leaders need to hear them. This episode is for high-performing professionals who feel invisible in the boardroom despite doing everything “right.”                                                                    By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:3️⃣The 3-part framework to instantly increase your executive presence.🔑A hidden communication gap between detailed thinkers and decision-makers.🏆How to present strategic ideas in ways that get approved—not just acknowledged.Press play now to learn how to shift your message so executives actually hear—and act on—what you’re saying.You can learn this. You can totally get better in 30 days. You can walk into your next executive meeting and watch their posture change halfway through your first sentence.If this is resonating—if you’ve ever left a VP meeting feeling like you nailed the prep but still missed the landing—then let’s change that.Go to the link in the show notes and book a strategy call with me to see if my Executive Presence Mastery system is a logical next step for you. Set that up here or use the link at the top of the show notes.To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.In today’s episode you’ll discover how to reframe that moment—when someone throws a question at you during a meeting or presentation. Don’t see it as a pop quiz or a test. It’s not a trap. It’s a blue-diamond  opportunity. Whether you're in meetings, giving presentations, or being interviewed on a podcast, handling questions well is critical—but most high performers miss the chance to build their reputation. This episode reveals how to flip the script and use questions to elevate your executive presence, influence, and career opportunities.                                                                                                       By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:💰A 4-step framework to answer any question with clarity, confidence and warmth🔥Why it’s better to intentionally withhold certain information from your presentation🧲How to leverage the power of “micro-relationship builders” that make you more trustworthy and memorableHit play now to learn how to turn any question into a spotlight moment that builds your credibility, influence, and personal brand.If you're on a path to the C-suite—or already there—these moments are where your executive presence is either built or diminished. My clients are smart, experienced, and high-performing. But what sets them apart is the extra edge—the ability to be memorable, quotable, and undeniably credible.If you’ve ever walked out of a meeting and thought, “Ugh, I wish I’d answered that question better,” and it’s left you second-guessing your performance or wondering if you left the right impression…That’s why we built the Executive Presence Scorecard. It helps you quickly assess the key areas that make you magnetic, memorable, and quoted—instead of overlooked. Simply email me at hello@speakupwithlaura.com with “Score” in the subject line.For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Do you feel invisible at work—even though you're consistently delivering amazing results?In this episode, Aires CEO Josh Bruni offers a raw, real look at what leaders actually notice when evaluating talent—and why many high-performing introverts stay stuck in middle roles despite outperforming louder peers. If you've ever felt like the go-to “pack mule” but never the promoted one, this conversation will resonate deeply.                                                             By the end of today’s episode you’ll know: 💯Why you must first define and articulate what “winning” looks like so leaders can’t ignore you✅The mindset shift that separates future executives from dependable executors🔑Clear strategies to increase your visibility—without becoming someone you're notHit play now to learn how to lead, influence, and rise—quietly but powerfully—from someone who's done it himself.If you’ve been told you’re great at what you do, but never quite seen as a strategic leader… and that disconnect is starting to wear on you—making you question if you’ll ever actually move up—that’s a signal, not a dead end.In this episode, we break down the exact mindset shift that separates dependable doers from future execs—and in the Executive Presence Scorecard you will see your strengths and opportunities in this domain.To get access simply email me with “score” in the subject line  at hello@speakupwithlaura.com. For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. We release episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.About our guest:Josh Bruni is the visionary CEO of Aires, a pioneering force in category creation and a global voice at the intersection of technology and human health. With over two decades of executive leadership, he has shaped household-name brands such as Pacsun, Reckitt Benckiser, and Ancestry.com, while scaling high-growth startups through operational excellence and innovative growth marketing strategies. His career journey—from building global brands to fostering inventive ventures—is defined by deep curiosity, creative problem-solving, and a passion for distilling complex challenges into clear, accessible insights. Respected for his authentic and thoughtful approach to today's toughest questions, Josh blends holistic, systems-level thinking with fearless exploration of new ideas, earning him a reputation as a thought leader in digital innovation.At Aires (airestech.com), Josh is redefining how people interact with technology to enhance health and wellness, crafting solutions grounded in real science yet attuned to the rhythms of modern life—how we connect, perform, and thrive in a rapidly evolving world. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing...

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Are you working overtime to “prove” your value with long updates, detailed slides, and full-context explanations—yet still not connecting and influencing the c-suite?In today’s episode, we’re unpacking a silent credibility killer that’s holding back countless high-performing professionals: overexplaining. If you’ve ever walked out of a meeting wondering why your brilliant insight didn’t land—or why someone else got credit with a 60-second update—this episode is for you.By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:3️⃣The 3 core reasons smart people tend to overexplain (and how to shift this habit)😱What overexplaining signals to senior leadership—and why it’s the opposite of confidence🔑How getting to the point is an act of respect and executive leadershipListen now to learn how simplifying your message can unlock executive-level trust, influence, and recognition.If you’ve ever walked out of a meeting thinking, ‘They just don’t see my value,’ this is your wake-up call. Clarity isn’t optional—it’s your leadership language. That’s exactly why I developed the Executive Presence Mastery System - to prepare high-performing introverts to be successful senior leaders. If you’re a senior leader tired of feeling unheard or overlooked, head to www.speakupwithlaura.com/speakup and book a clarity call. Let’s make your brilliance impossible to ignore.We release fresh episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.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. 

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.If you're a high-performing introvert, you’ve probably been told you need to “speak up” more or act more outgoing to succeed. But what if the key to executive presence isn’t about being louder—but about being 3% more intentional? In today’s episode you’ll discover some ways to be perceived as a charismatic icon without having to make a massive effort or take a huge risk. By the end of this episode you’ll know:🔑The low-effort 3% Rule that made Virgil Abloh a global style icon—and how it applies to your communication🚀 How to ditch perfectionism and build sustainable charisma 🏆 Walk away with real-life tweaks you can apply to emails, meetings, and presentations that make you more magnetic without burning out.Hit play to learn the simple 3% strategy that helps introverts lead with authenticity and finally get noticed.So look—if you’re stuck in perfectionism and it’s keeping you from speaking up or taking that next bold step, and it's starting to feel like all your prep still isn’t landing you the recognition you deserve, even though you’re doing everything “right”—that’s exactly why we created the Executive Presence Mastery System. It’s a 90-day coaching intensive designed to help high-performing introverts like you stand out with magnetic charisma—without burning out.If you’re ready to replace overthinking with innovative communication and sustainable presence, head to the show notes or go to www.speakupwithlaura.com/speakup and book a strategy call. A brief history of Virgil Abloh.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.

To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Are you a high-performing leader frustrated that you're not being recognized—or promoted—despite doing everything “right”?  In this episode, Jimmy Burrows—ex-British Army officer and performance leadership consultant—dives deep into why smart, capable professionals often stall at mid-management and what communication habits are sabotaging their leadership impact. If you’ve ever felt stuck, undervalued, or unsure how to truly show up as a leader, this conversation is a must-listen.By the end of today’s conversation with Jimmy you’ll know:🚀 The 3 invisible communication barriers even high performers face—and how to eliminate them🎯The “Simplify to Amplify” method that’s been shown to boost team performance by 40%🧲Game-changing scripts and leadership frameworks to build trust, clarity, and strategic influence—even if you're introvertedThis episode is a roadmap for anyone feeling "stuck despite doing everything right"—it's not about working harder, but communicating smarter to unlock promotions and respect. If it resonates, definitely hit play for the full scripts and stories from Jimmy's Army-to-boardroom journey.If you’ve been promoted into leadership and suddenly feel like you’re carrying your old “manager backpack” full of outdated habits — juggling too much, solving problems instead of leading through others, and wondering why you’re not being seen as “executive-ready” — this episode should be your wake-up call.That’s exactly why we created the Executive Presence Scorecard — to help leaders like you identify which old skills to let go of, and which new leadership behaviors to develop to step confidently into that next-level role.So if you’re serious about upgrading your leadership operating system, email me hello@speakupwithlaura.com with “score” in the subject line and I’ll send you access to the Scorecard.About our guest:Jimmy Burroughes is a global leadership expert who transforms how leaders and teams operate in high-pressure environments. His journey from British Military Officer to renowned consultant uncovered a pivotal insight: traditional leadership approaches often breed burnout while undermining sustainable success. To address this, he founded JBL High Performance, empowering leaders to escape the cycle of endless firefighting and deliver exceptional results without exhaustion. As the author of Beat Burnout – Ignite Performance and Escape the Multitasking Trap, Burroughes has crafted methodologies that elevate leadership effectiveness across Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups, fusing military precision with cutting-edge corporate strategies that teams can apply right away.What distinguishes Burroughes' programs is their unwavering practicality—he doesn't merely impart concepts but weaves them seamlessly into a team's everyday workflows. His no-nonsense facilitation style merges captivating storytelling with proven, battle-hardened techniques to foster trust, enhance alignment, and sharpen clarity among participants. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and...