Jessica Guzik

The Art of Speaking Up

Business EN ↓ 439 episodes

The Art of Speaking Up is a podcast that empowers professional women to achieve their wildest career goals by helping them strengthen their voices and find their inner power. The show aims to motivate, entertain, and remind working women that no matter what they might be struggling with, anything is possible for them in their careers. In addition to providing strengths-based professional empowerment, the show curates practical career advice on topics like career advancement, goal setting, job searching, stress management, salary negotiation and more.

Author

Jessica Guzik

Category

Business

Podcast website

jessicanguzik.podbean.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

378 | How to develop rock-solid confidence at work (despite the emotional highs & lows) 26.08.2025

If you feel frustrated by the ups and downs in your self-confidence, today’s episode is for you. It’s actually very normal to experience swings and fluctuations when you’re in the process of upleveling your confidence, but unfortunately, this doesn’t get talked about much in the workplace. In today’s episode, I’m teaching you why this happens, and more importantly, I’m sharing a simple roadmap to...

377 | 3 essential speaking skills to help you stand out & thrive at work 19.08.2025

Want to rise in your corporate career and build a reputation as someone who’s ready for leadership? The fastest way to make this happen is to build rock-solid communication skills. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down 3 essential speaking skills that will help you stand out, get noticed, and thrive in your career. Whether you’re giving a presentation, speaking off the cuff, or leading a meeting -...

376 | Worried you'll be put on the spot & won't have the answer? Here's how to handle it. 12.08.2025

Worried you’ll be put on the spot and won’t have the answer? This fear is SO common - especially if you’re someone who cares deeply about showing up prepared and making a strong impression. But here’s the thing: expecting yourself to always have the answers creates an insane amount of pressure. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a powerful mindset shift to help you let go of the pressure. You’ll lear...

375 | How to stop sounding scripted and start speaking with natural confidence 05.08.2025

Do you ever feel awkward, scripted, or robotic when you speak? Do you find yourself overthinking every word and rehearsing what you're going to say before speaking up at work? If you're ready to break out of those patterns and learn to speak with natural confidence, you're going to love today’s episode. I’m diving into why you get stuck in scripting and overplanning, and more importantly, how to s...

374 | Making the shift from self-critical to self-confident feat. Nicole Zabel, Jenny Johnson, & Edyie Seibert 29.07.2025

If you’ve ever wondered, “can I really change?” then you MUST listen to today's episode. Today I'm interviewing three incredible women who I worked with inside my program, The Art of Speaking Up Academy. Today's conversation is an honest and transparent look at what actually happens when you do the inner work to build confidence and develop your voice as a leader. You'll hear us talk about: -How t...

373 | How to sound more confident at work: 3 tweaks to uplevel how you speak 22.07.2025

When it comes to sounding confident at work, the words you use matter.   In today’s episode, you’ll learn exactly how to adjust your verbal communication so you can exude confidence and impress your stakeholders when you speak.   If you’re looking to up-level both your communication skills and the way your coworkers perceive you, this episode is for you.   To join the waitlist for The Art of Speak...

372 | A 3-step process to build unshakable confidence at work 15.07.2025

If you’ve been trying to build confidence but still feel stuck, this episode will change the game for you. I’m walking you through a 3-step confidence-building process that most people completely overlook, and I'm helping you figure out exactly which step you need to take next. This is one of those episodes you’ll want to come back to again and again along your professional journey. To join the ne...

371 | 16 tips to get promoted faster (without exhausting yourself) 08.07.2025

Grab the free bias to action worksheet: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/biastoaction/ Learn how you can join The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/ If you’ve got your eye on a promotion (even one that’s farther out into the future), this episode is for you. Today I’m sharing 16 actionable steps to help you get promoted faster. The truth is, getting promoted in corpora...

370 | My #1 tip for thriving (instead of crumbling) under pressure 01.07.2025

If you put insane amounts of pressure on yourself, then today’s episode is for you. The ability to gracefully handle pressure is a leadership trait that will help you get ahead in your corporate career, and luckily, it’s something you can learn. In this episode, I’m teaching a simple mindset framework to help you stay calm under pressure so you can grow your confidence and impact as a leader. If y...

369 | How to be assertive without being aggressive: 3 approaches you haven't heard before 24.06.2025

Want to be assertive without being aggressive or stepping on people’s toes? Today’s episode will show you how. I’m sharing a powerful epiphany I had during my corporate career that helped me develop an assertive voice without sacrificing my warm, collaborative personality. If you’re someone who leads with empathy and cares deeply about being a positive force in the room, the insights I’m sharing t...

368 | Building real confidence: why is it harder than it looks? 17.06.2025

If you’re feeling stuck in your confidence journey, this episode is for you. Today, I’m revealing the number one hidden obstacle that makes it hard to build true, lasting confidence. And more importantly, I’m walking you through three powerful shifts that will help you move past it. As your confidence grows, you’ll find your voice at work, step into thought leadership, and begin carving the career...

367 | How to present your work to executives: a simple framework for beginners 10.06.2025

If you’ve ever been asked to present your work to an executive audience and thought, “where do I even start?”- this episode is for you. Today I’m teaching you a simple, easy-to-use framework for structuring your message so it’s clear, compelling, and executive-friendly. If you're ready to wow your audience and seize that next visibility opportunity you get - then let's dive in. To join the waitlis...

366 | How to shed the self-doubt and build deep confidence feat. Sarah Robbins, Jane Chan, & Colette Moss 03.06.2025

If you’ve ever doubted yourself in a meeting, struggled to speak up, or questioned whether you’re really leadership material…then today's episode is for you. Today I’m talking with three incredible alumsof The Art of Speaking Up Academy: Colette Moss, Sarah Robbins, and Jane Chan. In this honest yet inspirational conversation, they're opening up about how they’ve built deep, lasting confidence fro...

365 | Assertiveness does NOT have to be aggressive (ever!!!) - here's why 27.05.2025

So many people get stuck when it comes to assertive communication. They feel torn between their desire to be more assertive and their desire to remain true to their authentic personality. The good news is, you can be assertive WITHOUT sacrificing your authenticity and WITHOUT being aggressive. In fact - being aggressive makes assertiveness far less effective. In today's episode, I'm explaining why...

364 | 4 reasons you struggle to speak up (& how to evolve past them) 20.05.2025

If you’ve ever wondered why speaking up feels so hard, today's episode will give you the answers you've been looking for. Today I’m breaking down the four root causes that keep so many brilliant women stuck, and showing you exactly what needs to shift so you can start using your voice with confidence, clarity, and power. If you’re ready for insight, motivation, and practical next steps, then this...

363 | 5 must-know phrases that'll help you command respect when you speak 13.05.2025

To grab the free written guide that goes with this episode: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/phrases/ If you're wanting to finally be respected and taken seriously as a leader - today's episode is for you. Today I'm sharing 5 phrases you can memorize and begin using right away to gain credibility when you speak at work. Think of these as magic phrases that'll create instant authority and position you...

362 | Building the confidence you need to step into your next level as a leader feat. Kim Lehman & Leigh Katcher 06.05.2025

If you've been battling impostor syndrome and wishing you felt more confident as a leader - I think you're going to love today's episode. Today I'm interviewing two alums of my latest group program, The Leadership Lab, where I support my clients in overcoming impostor syndrome and building standout leadership capabilities. In today's interview, you'll hear us talk about how to overcome impostor sy...

361 | How to be seen as leadership-ready (& get the promotion you deserve) 29.04.2025

Grab the free bias to action worksheet: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/biastoaction/   Join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/   Do you wish your hard work was translating into real promotions and bigger leadership opportunities? In this episode, I’m teaching you how to shift from overworking to being seen as true leadership material so you can l...

360 | How to be taken seriously when you speak: 3 beginner-friendly communication tips 22.04.2025

If you’ve ever felt frustrated because it seems like people aren’t listening when you speak, this episode is for you. Whether you’re sharing an idea, giving an update, or making a recommendation — the way you speak sends tiny signals to your audience about how credible and trustworthy you are as a leader. When you send the right signals, your audience starts listening more closely, respecting your...

359 | The only executive communication framework you'll ever need 15.04.2025

Want to sound like a leader in the room... but feel like a total beginner? I’ve got you. In this episode, I’m walking you through the exact framework I teach my clients to help them speak with clarity, confidence, and executive presence. Join the newsletter: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/newsletter/   Learn about The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/ Links to the e...

358 | Assertiveness, executive communication, & influencing: lessons from Taylor Swift, part 2 08.04.2025

If you're trying to figure out how to be more crisp, assertive, persuasive, and authoritative - today's episode is for you. Today I'm teaching you 5 key lessons on how to communicate like a leader. Best of all - all of the lessons in this episode are inspired by the thoughts, lyrics and perspectives of Taylor Swift! If you want to be seen as that strong, assertive leader but you ALSO want to be au...

357 | Unshakable confidence when you're falling apart: lessons from Taylor Swift, part 1 01.04.2025

What do Taylor Swift lyrics and building lasting confidence have in common? EVERYTHING! In today's episode, I'm sharing practical tips on building unshakable confidence, all inspired by the thoughts, perspectives, and lyrics of Taylor Swift. Whether you're a Swiftie or not, you'll leave this episode with renewed clarity on how to finally meet the most powerful version of yourself. If you loved thi...

BONUS: Assuming your boss knows more than you 31.03.2025

In this short bonus episode, I'm reading a quick sample of my weekly newsletter. To join the newsletter, click here: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/newsletter/  

356 | The ONE shift that'll speed up your path to promotion 25.03.2025

Want to make sure you're doing everything you can to speed up your path to promotion? Today's episode is a masterclass in exactly how to do this. I'm walking you through the #1 mistake that I see slowing people down when it comes to getting promoted, and I'm sharing a powerful four part framework that'll help you get yourself on the fast path to that next executive title and pay bump. You don't wa...

355 | How to get executives to listen when you speak 18.03.2025

If you want to build a reputation that gets you promoted, knowing how to get executives to listen to you is a must. Lots of people think the way you get executives to listen to you is through corporate jargon or being domineering - this is UNTRUE! In fact, the techniques I'm teaching in this episode will help you feel more authentic, rather than less authentic when you speak. If you're ready to ca...

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