Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style

• 424: The 1 Meeting Behavior Exposing You As Inadequate For a Leadership Promotion & the Magic Communication Trick To Overcome It

  Have you ever left a meeting kicking yourself for not speaking up — even though you had the perfect response in your head after the fact?If you’re a high-performing introvert or socially reserved leader, you already know how it feels to freeze when the pressure’s on. This episode breaks down exactly how to respond to unexpected questions or disagree with senior leadership — without triggering drama, fear, or regret.By the end, you’ll know:😅Learn the 4-step framework to handle tough conversations without losing your composure1️⃣The first and only thing to do when you need to push back but feel unprepared🧩How using this one simple strategy can 10x your confidence and leadership reputation in high-stakes moments.To chat with Lara to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.Tune in now to transform uncomfortable moments into power moves that boost your executive presence.So if you constantly replay tense conversations in your head because you didn’t say what needed to be said, and you're tired of conflict avoidance keeping you stuck in middle management—but deep down you know you’re capable of more…That’s exactly why we designed the Executive Presence Mastery System—to help you speak up without sparking drama, so you can finally earn the respect, trust, and leadership clout your ideas deserve.:If you want personalized guidance to help you build your influence, speak up strategically, and finally get the recognition you deserve, check out the link above in the show notes or go to www.speakupwithlaura.com to book your strategy call.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.

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• 423: 2 Essential Mindset Shifts You NEED to Be Perceived as an Irresistibly Confident Leader without Having to Say a Word

  Ever feel like you're doing all the right things but still not being seen as leadership material?If you're a high-performing introvert or someone told you to “speak up more” to be taken seriously, this episode is your game changer. Learn why being talkative isn’t the key — and how your mindset might be sabotaging your executive presence without you even knowing it.To chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.By the end of this short episode, you’ll know: 😱3 specific behaviors to avoid because they scream “I lack confidence”🎯The mindset you must permanently let go of to become an executive🚀A mindset that super quickly builds personal connection and trustHit play now to upgrade your executive presence using strategies built for introverts who are ready to lead with confidence and authenticity.FREE GIFT!! Download my The Practical Guide to Effective Communication here (it retails for $9.99 on Amazon!) and read chapter 4 all about choosing your mindset!! Everything else follows from mindset leading to your voice being heard and respected in meetings, gaining more influence, and understanding better how to reach key stakeholders.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.

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• 422: Why Hustling Harder Under Stress Actually Hurts Your Leadership Performance and Executive Presence

  In today’s episode you’ll discover why the harder you push through stress at work, the more burned out you become—even though you're known for being resilient.In this episode, psychologist Dr. Ute reveals to us why traditional definitions of resilience are outdated and even harmful—especially for high achievers and neurodivergent professionals. We explore how control, internalized narratives, and workplace pressure are quietly eroding performance and well-being.To chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.By the end of today’s episode you’ll know: 🧬The science of "progressive resilience" and how to actually build it under pressure🥊Simple yet powerful exercises you can use in the boardroom or during any sort of crisis🔑How to recognize hidden signs of burnout and regain clarity without quitting your job or having a nervous breakdownIf you want to lead with more confidence, clarity, and connection—especially when stakes are high and it's a pressure cooker, get your copy of my Executive Presence Self-Assessment here. My compliments. It goes through the 10 qualities that make up executive presence that are essential for success as a senior executive.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:In today’s fast-paced and demanding environment, success requires more than leadership skills—it requires psychological resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to address challenges at their root. As a Chartered Counselling and Coaching Psychologist, Dr. Ute brings decades of clinical expertise combined with proven coaching strategies to help leaders, teams, and organisations thrive.She applies evidence-based psychological techniques that foster flexibility, enabling clients to adapt to challenges and take value-based, committed actions. This approach ensures measurable, long-term impact—empowering clients to thrive rather than merely cope.Access Dr. Ute’s Progressive Resilience Masterclass here: Your Masterclass.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.

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• 421: 2 Unwritten Rules that Are Keeping You Out of Senior Leadership and How to Crack That Invisible Ceiling

  In today’s episode you’ll discover there’s a right way and a wrong way to kiss the ring and what you’re missing that’s keeping you out of senior leadership roles.This episode dives into the invisible wall many high-performing introverts hit on their way to senior leadership—and it’s not about your KPIs. Discover the real reasons you're stalling and what no one is telling you about how the game changes above director level.To chat with Lara to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.By the end of this short episode, you’ll know:2️⃣Two unwritten rules of senior leadership that are so deeply ingrained that no one remembers to explain them to you🪝The magical communication skill that everyone wants you to have and no one tells you🤐The reasons why your boss doesn’t share this with you, even when you ask.Hit play now to uncover the subtle but critical skills you need to be seen as executive-ready and finally break into the C-SuiteIf you want a complimentary Clear Point of View cheatsheet mentioned send an email with POV in the subject line to [email protected] you’re crushing it at work but still feel like you’re on the outside of senior leadership looking in, stuck behind invisible walls and unspoken expectations, this episode probably hit home.That’s exactly why I built the Executive Presence Mastery System—to help you master the relationships, the messaging, and the executive presence that makes people say, “You belong in the C-suite.”If you want personalized guidance to help you build your influence, speak up strategically, and finally get the recognition you deserve, check out the link above in the show notes or go to www.speakupwithlaura.com to book your strategy call.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.

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• 420: Why Your Sincere Bluntness Is Killing Your VP Leadership Dreams & 3 Tips to Fix That Now

  In today’s episode, you’ll discover why being told you’re “too blunt” is silently sabotaging your shot at the VP role —and three A-list charisma tips from leaders to be direct, stay authentic, and still win people over. For high-performing introverts, blunt communication isn’t just natural—it feels efficient and honest. But in corporate environments, especially when eyeing VP-level roles, this directness can get misread as abrasiveness. This episode uncovers what that feedback really means and how to reframe it without losing your voice.By the end of this short episode, you’ll know:🔑 The hidden meaning behind the “too blunt” label and how it impacts your executive presence💰Three charisma-backed techniques from Elon Musk and Satya Nadella to be direct and magnetic🎯A 4-step framework to give impactful feedback that builds trust and credibility at senior levelsTo chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.Listen now to turn your bluntness into a leadership superpower that accelerates your path to executive roles.Knowing your own signature communication orientation is essential for authentic and confident executive presence. Discover here your own signature communication style (free assessment) so your voice can begin to be heard and respected in meetings, you gain more influence, and understand better how to reach key stakeholders.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.

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