The Art of Speaking Up

When you feel and sound confident in meetings, it sets the stage for your entire career to take off.  I know that when you experience a lot of meeting anxiety & worry, it can be hard to imagine having a powerful voice in those rooms.  But I want to assure you that no matter what your starting point is – there is a path to feeling bold and confident when you speak up in meetings.  The key is to seq...

One of the biggest fears I hear about from this community is the fear of fumbling your words during a meeting.  And I totally get this –it can be pretty terrifying to speak before you know exactly what’s going to come out of your mouth.   The good news is, fumbling your words is something that will happen less and less as you deepen your ability to speak off-the-cuff and as you learn to adopt a mo...

Executive communication is a skill that ANYONE can master – even if you feel like speaking up isn’t necessarily your strong suit.  I know that being in meetings with more senior leaders and executives can feel super scary – but the good news is – learning to speak in a way that impresses them is right within your reach.  In this week’s episode, I walk you through the basics that you’re going to wa...

Today’s topic FIRES me up because there are some very confused people out there in Corporate America telling women that in order to be more compelling, they need to be LOUD.  Um – what?! This is beyond untrue – in fact, focusing on being loud dilutes your natural presence and power as a speaker.  In today’s episode, I’m walking you through how to build a badass presence when you speak up in that m...

Today’s episode is perfect for you if you dream of becoming a strong voice in the meeting room.  Today I’m talking to performer and standup comedian Shay Dominguez all about what it takes to have a powerful presence when you speak to an audience.  Tune in to hear us dive deep on:   -The power of mindset -Why your thoughts matter so much -How to have a strong presence when you speak -The importance...

Questioning your competence is not only exhausting and emotionally draining – but it can prevent you from creating the career that you’re truly capable of.  I’ve seen woman after woman get stuck in a pessimistic, inaccurate view of her own competence – wrongly believing that she just isn’t as good at her job as everyone else around her. While this sense of inadequacy can FEEL really real, it usual...

Today’s episode is for those of you who dream of becoming executives and leaders.  It’s pretty common to feel some anxiety around the thought of elevating into bigger leadership positions, but the wonderful news is – there are steps you can take today to set yourself up for success when it’s time to step into that bigger role.  Tune in to hear what they are and to start stepping into the version o...

Commanding a room has WAY less to do with having all the answers than you might think it does.  It’s easy to get caught up in thinking that you need to have all the answers to exude a powerful presence, but the truth is, being the expert in the room is NOT what makes you powerful.  True power comes from seeing yourself, and acting as a leader – and that’s what I’m explaining how to do in this epis...

Today’s episode is perfect for those of you who are ready for BIG growth and change.  Today I’m walking you through the 3 pillars that underlie the growth process.  Whether you’re trying to find your voice, grow your confidence, or uplevel in your career – these pillars are the key ingredients that will help you make that happen.  So often, I see people get stuck because they’re missing one or mor...

If you struggle with stage fright, worry, or anxiety when it comes to speaking up at work – today’s episode is for you.  Today I’m sharing some simple mindset tools that will help you navigate those scary moments just before you kick off a meeting or presentation.  Even if you experience big anxiety and big fear – you have everything you need inside you to learn to speak powerfully even during tho...

Today I’m walking you through the foundational knowledge you need to write a powerful resume.  In this episode, you’ll hear me walk through the biggest mistake I see people making with resumes, and what to do instead.  I want to make sure you know how to write a resume that gets you an interview AND helps you grow your confidence and feel on fire – tune in to start learning how 😊   Here are all t...

If you struggle with overthinking what you’re going to share in meetings and find yourself falling behind in the conversation or staying quiet because you’re so stuck in your head – this episode is for you.  Being afraid of being put on the spot and struggling to keep up in fast-paced work conversations is not only totally normal, but it’s a challenge that you can absolutely overcome with time and...

If you struggle with feeling unworthy, incapable, or out of place at work – this episode was created for you.  Impostor syndrome is a silent struggle that so many women experience, and while it can feel insurmountable at times – I fully believe that you have everything you need inside you to navigate it.  In today’s episode, I’m walking you through my struggle with impostor syndrome, and explainin...

This week I’m helping you DREAM up what might be possible for you this year.  So often, we overestimate how much we can grow in a short time frame, and underestimate how much we can grow in a longer time frame.  One year is enough time to transform your confidence, get promoted, and find your voice – IF you are willing to stick with your process and see it through until the very end.  In this seas...

Welcome to the show – today I’m doing a very special episode that will hopefully become a yearly tradition – I’m recapping my 10 biggest learnings on confidence from 2021.  I had so much to share that I decided to split this piece into two episodes, and in this week’s episode you’ll hear items 6-10 on my list of 10 learnings.  This episode is perfect if you’re looking to get motivated and inspired...

Welcome to the show – today I’m doing a very special episode that will hopefully become a yearly tradition – I’m recapping my 10 biggest learnings on confidence from 2021.  I had so much to share that I decided to split this piece into two episodes, and in this week’s episode you’ll hear items 1-5 on my list of 10 learnings.  This episode is perfect if you’re looking to get motivated and inspired...

Today’s episode is for you if you struggle to speak up in meetings and want to have a stronger voice in the room.  In this solo episode, I’m walking you through how speaking up in meetings fits into your confidence-building process, and how to find the motivation to push yourself outside your comfort zone, even when it feels super edgy or scary to do so.  After listening to this episode, you proba...

This week I’m talking to confidence coach, podcaster, and bestselling author Sheena Yap Chan all about the growth process, building confidence, finding your voice, and best of all – Sheena’s new book, Asian Women Who Boss Up.   This is one of those wonderful winding conversations - in it you’ll hear us talk about:   -Sheena’s definition of confidence -How to navigate rejection and not be afraid to...

Today’s episode is for you if getting promoted is important to you, and if you’re ready to learn what steps you can take to speed up your path to promotion.  So often, it can feel like getting promoted is outside of your control – but this isn’t true.  In today’s episode I’m sharing some actionable advice that will help speed up your path to promotion and explaining to you why you have way more po...

In today’s bonus episode, I’m answering some questions I’ve been receiving about The Art of Speaking Up Academy.  If you’re trying to decide if this program is right for you or if you’re wanting to join but you’re feeling nervous or worried about whether it’s a fit, this episode will help you figure out if this program is right for you.    Doors to enrollment close on Monday, November 22nd at 9pm...

If you want to build BIG confidence and become a powerful leader, there are certain mindset shifts you have to make.  You’ll have to let go of old, limited ways of thinking and make room for more expansive thinking and much greater emotional resilience.  Today’s episode is all about making the shift from being risk-averse and keeping yourself and your goals small, to being courageous and taking th...

Grab the free assertiveness ebook here: https://www.assertivenessebook.com/   Assertiveness is an essential skill for excelling in your role and becoming a leader in your industry – but it’s also one of the most challenging communication skills to develop.  How do you respond when someone tells you that your thinking is wrong?  How do you defend your work without sounding defensive?  These situati...

Today’s episode is for anyone who is struggling with finding a confident & assertive voice at work.  Speaking assertively can bring a ton of fears and insecurities to the surface, and this is what makes it one of the most challenging forms of communication.  The good news is, once you begin to understand why it can feel so hard, you’ll feel much better equipped to navigate it.  Tune into today’s e...

Today’s episode is for you if you want to stop hiding and shrinking away in meetings during moments where you’re lacking knowledge or expertise.  Even though these moments can sometimes feel overwhelming or disorienting, they are actually really important opportunities to grow and flex your leadership muscles.  Tune into today’s episode to find out how to navigate these moments, and to understand...

Today’s episode is for you if you want to advance in your career AND become a powerful presence in meetings.  Your actions and choices in meetings will impact how much the leaders around you feel ready to advocate for you to move into bigger projects and roles.  Meetings have the power to become the single most effective driver of your career advancement – if you have the proper tools to show up i...