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.Are you tired of being seen as competent but not memorable in high-stakes meetings — especially when you know you bring strategic value? In today’s episode you’ll learn an executive-presence secret almost nobody teaches in corporate.Most high-performing introverts unknowingly fall into a communication trap: they’re too predictable. Today’s episode reveals how adding one touch of the unexpected — what host Laura Camacho calls a “Wrong Shoe Moment” — can immediately elevate your presence, make senior leaders lean in, and get your ideas remembered. By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:🔬The neuroscience behind why “unexpected” equals smart and confident.🔥Real-world examples of Wrong Shoe Moments you can use today — even if you're not loud or extroverted.🎯A simple formula to create unforgettable executive communication without being performative or adding more energy.Listen now to learn how one surprising phrase can change how senior executives perceive you — and start communicating with the presence you’ve already earned.Here’s the scoop on Allison Bornstein.If you want to learn how to consistently communicate like a senior leader — with clarity, structure, confidence, and strategic elegance — I’d love to support you.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 [email protected] 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. Here’s a truth that still surprises even the highest-performing introverts who listen to this show: You can be brilliant at your job… and still be playing way below your potential simply because you haven’t learned how to develop that executive communication skill set.In this 500th episode celebration, I’m sharing the top 3 transformational executive presence breakthroughs that have helped high-performing introverts stop being overlooked and start being seen as indispensable strategic leaders — without changing their personality or pretending to be someone they’re not.By the end of this 500th episode you’ll know:🚀Why your real job far exceeds simply delivering excellent outcomes.🏆How to clearly signal your unique value, even if you’re quiet or self-doubting.🎄The overlooked communication tools that make your insights memorable and actionable.Press play now to learn how to step into your next level of leadership by changing how — not who — you communicate.And heads up next week I’ve got a special holiday gift for you. This 12 Days of Christmas holiday mini-series is your fast, festive boost of charisma — designed for busy, brilliant leaders who don’t have time for long podcasts.Each episode in the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas is less than five minutes and gives you:✨ One tiny habit you can use immediately 🎁 The exact words or actions to try 💥 And how it elevates your presence, your credibility, and your influencePresence isn’t built in rehearsals — it’s built in everyday moments.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. If your boss says you’re doing amazing and always relies on you for the complicated problems—but you’re still not seen as a trusted strategic voice in the room—this episode is your wake-up call. By the end of today’s episode you’ll know: 🚀Why being the "Go-To” problem solver might actually be holding you back🎯What’s really keeping you from being trusted with bigger decisions🏆The invisible skillset you must build to break through the senior leadership ceilingIf you’re done playing small in meetings and ready to be seen as a strategic voice in the room, head to the link at the top of these show notes (or visit the website at www.speakupwithlaura.com/speakup) and book a call.Let’s close the gap between how good you are and how you’re perceived.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 top of these 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.Research cited in this episode:Soft Skills & Leadership Advancement “Soft Skill Development: The Human Skills Needed for Success at Every Leader Level” Center for Creative LeadershipImpact of Communication on Leadership Perception “Effective Communication Results in Effective Leadership” ResearchGatePromotion Rates Tied to Communication Skills “Soft Skills Tied to Faster Promotions”

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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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...