The Art of Speaking Up

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  427 | 4 meeting habits that grow your reputation as a capable, strategic leader 03.08.2026 23นาที

  The meeting habits you bring into the room at work determine whether you’re seen as a leader (and not just a hard worker). In this episode, I teach you four meeting habits that grow your reputation and get you seen as the capable, strategic leader you know you can be. Most ambitious women are doing great work. But great work isn't enough to get you promoted - you have to show up in meetings as someone who leads, who creates impact, and who knows how to be strategic. I'm breaking down the four...
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  426 | Why it’s hard to share your expertise in the room 27.07.2026 30นาที

  Do you struggle to speak up and share your expertise in the room? If you feel like there’s a gap between your skills in your role and the skills you show people in meetings - today’s episode is for you. Today I’m explaining why it can be hard to feel confident speaking up in meetings, even when you have solid expertise you want to share. I’m teaching you the 3 bridge skills that’ll help you bridge the gap between the knowledge you possess, and your ability to speak up and sh...
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  425 | Will AI take your job? The 2 communication skills that make you AI-proof 20.07.2026 23นาที

  With AI proliferating at a rapid pace - it has professionals wondering: will AI take my job? Today I want to help quell the fear of AI job displacement by highlighting the leadership communication skills that AI can never replace. When you know how to speak effectively and persuasively - it becomes hard for AI to take your job, because AI is incredibly limited in this area. In this episode you’ll learn: -The 3 types of communication that companies value -Why AI can...
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  424 | Stop overworking: 4 ways to decline extra work without hurting your reputation 13.07.2026 21นาที

  If you’re overworking in your 9-5 job - you’re probably wondering how you’re supposed to decline extra work without risking your reputation. Getting asked to do extra work creates an inherent tension - say yes, and you end up overworking and risking burnout. Say no, and you risk looking like you’re not a team player. In today’s episode, I’m teaching you a third, better option to help you stop overworking. I’m teaching you how to decline extra work strategically, in ...
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  423 | Why comparing yourself to coworkers who *seem* more confident stifles your true potential 06.07.2026 25นาที

  Stop comparing yourself to others who seem more confident - it's stifling your potential Have you ever watched a coworker speak up in a meeting – calm, poised, totally composed – and immediately felt your own confidence deflate? If comparing yourself to other people leaves you feeling like you're behind, or like everyone else has something you don't, this episode is for you. Here's the truth: constantly comparing yourself to others who seem more confident is one of the most damaging things ...
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  422 | How to disagree with senior leaders without being confrontational 29.06.2026 17นาที

  Have you ever stayed quiet in a meeting because disagreeing with a senior leader felt too confrontational? In this episode, I'm teaching you the TATER Framework — a simple, four-step approach to disagreeing with your boss (or executive leaders) in a way that feels collaborative and not at all confrontational. This will help you manage up effectively and get credit for the leadership skills you bring to the room. In this episode you'll learn: -How to disagree with senior leaders without bein...
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  421 | How to feel confident no matter what room you're in 23.06.2026 23นาที

  If you want to feel more confident at work, today's episode is for you. People often think that confidence at work comes from having knowledge, expertise, and perfect communication. But in today's episode, I'm going to show you why that isn't true. I'll teach you what variables actually matter when it comes to building confidence, and share a blueprint you can use to grow your confidence at work. By the end of this episode, you'll understand exactly why the most confident leaders aren't nec...
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  420 | Executive presence: 3 beliefs that’ll make you unstoppable in the room 15.06.2026 18นาที

  A confident executive presence is one of your biggest differentiators at work - it’s what helps you stand out as a leader and build a reputation as an impact maker. If you’re ready to develop an executive presence that’s truly unstoppable - you must tune into this episode. I’m teaching you the 3 beliefs that’ll help you skyrocket your executive presence in the room - and I think they’ll surprise you. Join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jes...
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  419 | How to speak with confidence (and why it can be hard) 08.06.2026 21นาที

  Do you struggle to speak confidently at work? In this episode, you'll learn exactly why speaking with confidence is so much harder than it looks, and what to do about it. Most people focus on learning the foundations of executive communication - how to articulate your thoughts clearly, how to sound polished. But confident speaking isn’t just about articulating your thoughts clearly. It requires mastering three separate sets of skills: technical skills, performance skills, and pressure skills...
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  418 | Corporate is hard right now - how to feel alive and motivated despite the chaos 01.06.2026 20นาที

  Corporate is hard right now - and if you're feeling burnt out, discouraged, or disconnected from your motivation, you are not alone. In this episode, I'm sharing three perspectives to help you reconnect with your inner spark during one of the most challenging seasons the corporate world has seen in years. I'd love to say hi! Feel free to reach out to me... Via email: jessica@theartofspeakingup.com Via Instagram: @theartofspeakingup
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  417 | How great leaders handle questions they can’t answer 25.05.2026 13นาที

  You're in a meeting. Someone asks you a question you don't know the answer to. What do you do? In this episode, I'm teaching you 4 "time-stopping techniques" — communication tactics that buy you time, protect your credibility, and help you respond with confidence when you're put on the spot at work. You'll learn: The Validation technique The Open-Ended Probe The Closed-Ended Probe The Future Over-Deliver These are the exact tactics leaders use to handle tough questions while main...
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  416 | You're not broken: how to build confidence without trying to fix yourself 18.05.2026 25นาที

  Are you trying to build confidence at work but feel like you're stuck in a cycle of never being good enough? In this episode, I'm breaking down two very different approaches to building confidence — the Fixing Method and the Expansion Method — and explaining why one of them works while the other one sabotages growth. If you struggle with perfectionist standards, crushing pressure, and a lose-lose cycle where no amount of progress ever feels like enough - this is the episode for you.&n...
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  415 | Executive communication: a step-by-step guide to impressing senior leaders when you speak 09.05.2026 17นาที

  You don't need to speak perfectly to impress senior leaders. You just need to know how to engage them emotionally. In this episode, I'm teaching you the Theater Framework – my 3-part system for inspiring and impressing an executive audience when you speak. Most advice about executive communication focuses on what to say. But the leaders who leave the strongest impression know it's really about how you make people feel - and that’s what I’m helping you with today. You'll learn: Why executi...
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  414 | The hidden key to confidence (that most high-achievers struggle with) 04.05.2026 21นาที

  If you've been working hard to build confidence at work – studying, preparing, accumulating wins — but still feel like something is missing, this episode is for you. The real foundation of confidence isn't skills or accomplishments - it’s something much deeper. In today’s episode, I’m explaining what this missing ingredient is, and why high achievers often struggle with it. If this episode resonated with you, learn more about working with me below: Private Coaching: https://jessguzik...
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  413 | 3 ways to instantly sound more authoritative when you speak 27.04.2026 14นาที

  Want to sound more confident, credible, and authoritative when you speak at work? In this episode, I’m breaking down a simple but powerful communication framework called the three-party triangle - a tool that will instantly elevate how you come across in meetings, presentations, and high-stakes conversations. Most professionals focus only on the topic they’re speaking about. But if you want to build executive presence and be seen as a leader, you need to do more than just share information....
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  412 | How to respond when someone talks over you at work 20.04.2026 10นาที

  Getting talked over at work puts you in a lose-lose situation – stay quiet and lose your chance to speak, or talk back over them and risk looking difficult. In this episode, I'm teaching you a three-step approach that helps you take back the floor after someone interrupts you, without coming across as aggressive or confrontational. You'll learn: How to use persuasion techniques to take back the floor The exact pivot phrase to use when redirecting the conversation back to your topic ...
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  411 | How to stop rambling and speak clearly (the sandwich method) 13.04.2026 10นาที

  Rambling when you speak can feel frustrating. You start talking, you lose your train of thought, and suddenly you’re going in circles. In this episode, I’m going to show you exactly how to stop rambling and start articulating your thoughts clearly using a simple structure I call the sandwich method. This is one of the easiest ways to sound more confident, more organized, and more polished when you speak – especially in meetings, presentations, or high-stakes conversations at work. Inside t...
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  Own the room, part 3: the bigger impact you’re meant to be making 11.04.2026 14นาที

  Are you working hard but not getting the recognition you deserve? Do you feel like you could be making a bigger impact? If so - today’s episode is for you. Today, I’m sharing an empowering framework to help you grow your impact and get recognized for the talents you bring as a leader. Enrollment for The Art of Speaking Up Academy is open through Monday April 13th, apply here: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/ Have questions? Feel free to shoot me...
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  Own the room, part 2: when you’re asked to lead rooms you don’t feel ready for – and it rattles your confidence 08.04.2026 11นาที

  If you’ve ever stepped into a bigger project or new role that required you to lead in bigger rooms - today’s episode is for you. These situations can cause you to spiral - you feel out of your element, you struggle to show up confidently, and you leave wondering if you even have that leadership capability in you. The good news? You’re absolutely not stuck, and in today’s episode I’m explaining how to thrive in these challenging, transitional situations. If you’re re...
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  410 | The one overlooked pivot that helps you speak up powerfully at work 06.04.2026 23นาที

  Do you want to stop holding yourself back and start speaking up more frequently (and confidently) at work? If you’ve been prepping what to say and learning communication frameworks - only to continue feeling intimidated when the spotlight’s on you - then you must listen to today’s episode. Today I’m explaining why you keep getting stuck, and teaching you one subtle but wildly effective shift to help you develop a confident voice that grows your impact and furthers your caree...