People can tell how confident you are in a virtual meeting long before you say a word. Find out how to come out ahead with the right silent signals. As a highly conscientious high-performing business leader, projecting confidence in virtual meetings is crucial for leading effectively and maintaining a strong professional presence, especially in todayâs remote work environment. By the end of this short episode youâll know: đThe key non-verbal cues that silently convey your confidence. â
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Aug 19, 2024â˘11 minâ˘Ep. 292
Imagine staying so calm under pressure that it not only transforms your leadership but also catapults your team's performance and morale. As a high-performing leader, staying composed in the face of pushback and even attacks in a meeting is crucial. Todayâs episode provides practical strategies to help you master this essential skill, ensuring your team thrives even in the most challenging situations. By the end of todayâs episode youâll know: 1. How maintaining calmness under pressure deeply af...
Aug 16, 2024â˘8 minâ˘Ep. 291
To be in the Top 2% you need these 3 specific force multiplier skills. As a high-performing leader, you understand the frustration of seeing others advance while you stay stagnant. This episode addresses the critical disconnect between competence and confidence, providing actionable insights to enhance your self-promotion skills and achieve the recognition you deserve. At the end of todayâs episode youâll know: đ3 communication force multipliers that develop your âSuper Youâ level of performanc...
Aug 14, 2024â˘32 minâ˘Ep. 290
Unlock the secret approach to making every conversation unforgettable and instantly captivating. If you're a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader (including ICs), you know that effective communication is crucial for your success. But did you know that there's a surprising approach that can make your conversations with anyone irresistible and get you and your team noticed? By the end of todayâs episode youâll know: đThe secret sauce to pour into your conversations when you want to be mem...
Aug 12, 2024â˘10 minâ˘Ep. 289
Too many people obsess about this and thatâs literally blocking your influence. Are you focusing on the right aspects to truly inspire and engage your team? Todayâs episode is inspired by the wisdom of A-Lister Angela Ahrendts, a business executive known for her transformative roles at Burberry (CEO) and Apple (SVP). (Note that the value of Burberry rose during her tenure from ÂŁ2 billion to over ÂŁ7 billion.) By the end of todayâs episode, youâll know: â
How to creatively use vision to inspire ot...
Aug 09, 2024â˘7 minâ˘Ep. 288
Your perceived weakness might actually be your fast track to executive presence. As a highly-conscientious leader, you constantly strive for better performance and stronger influence. But what if the key to unlocking your next level of success lies in a simple shift in your communication style? This episode explores how effective listening, empathy, and emotional intelligence helps you tackle the challenges of todayâs fast-paced business environment. At the end of todayâs episode youâll know: đ...
Aug 07, 2024â˘27 minâ˘Ep. 287
Think telling people what to do makes you an effective leader? Youâre wrong. As a highly-conscientious, high-performing professional, youâre constantly seeking ways to enhance your leadership skills and achieve better outcomes. This episode will show you how asking the right questions can transform your leadership, foster deeper relationships, and fuel your ambitions. By the end of this episode youâll know: đ How a single question can forge deeper, more meaningful connections with colleagues. ďż˝...
Aug 05, 2024â˘12 minâ˘Ep. 286
What can a former elementary school drug dealer and shooting victim teach you about executive presence and charisma? Uncover the unconventional strategies that transformed 50 Cent from a former drug dealer and shooting victim into a confident business mogul and master communicator. As a highly-conscientious business leader, youâre always seeking ways to enhance your executive presence and achieve greater success. This episode delves into the mindset and tactics that 50 Cent used to turn adversit...
Aug 02, 2024â˘7 minâ˘Ep. 285
Do you realize that more introverted high-performing leaders have a huge innate advantage in leading innovation amid uncertainty and change? Our crazy days are defined by constant change and disruption; leaders are facing unprecedented challenges like dealing with AI advancements, technological shifts, or post-pandemic transformations. Knowing how to navigate through the unspoken fear has become the new must-have leadership quality. In Lauraâs super dynamic conversation with Chris Deaver youâll ...
Jul 31, 2024â˘29 minâ˘Ep. 284
Did you know that emotional ads are almost twice as likely to drive profit growth compared to purely data-driven ads? This research finding has profound implications for you. As a high-performer, you know the value of influence and recognition. Yet, in a world where everyone is vying for attention, being dull is THE SAME as being invisible. This episode uncovers the costly mistake of being uninteresting and provides actionable insights so that your communication captivates and compels. Laura lit...
Jul 29, 2024â˘13 minâ˘Ep. 283
Ever wish you had that sharp observational wit and relatability like comedian Jerry Seinfeld? In todayâs episode, we dive into some takeaways from famed comedian Jerry Seinfeldâs recent commencement speech at Duke University to help you be funnier and more charismatic. This episode is especially relevant for highly conscientious business leaders who strive to enhance their communication skills and build stronger connections with their teams and clients. Hereâs what youâll gain from listening to ...
Jul 26, 2024â˘8 minâ˘Ep. 282
Have you ever wondered how to transform your presentations into powerful tools of confident influence? In this episode of Speak Up, we dive into the strategies that turn a simple presentation into an opportunity to captivate and persuade. Todayâs life-altering tips include: đĽ Discover ways to connect better with your audience DURING the presentation. đĽ Exactly how to prepare for ANY unexpected scenario during your presentation. đ What to do if youâre feeling uncertainty because of ongoing lay...
Jul 24, 2024â˘28 minâ˘Ep. 281
Have you ever wondered what exactly you need to know about your audience to win them over effortlessly and keep them engaged? As a high-performing leader, knowing how to connect with and influence key stakeholders can be the difference between success and stagnation. This episode shares the inside scoop on really knowing your audience without extensive research. Without stalking your key stakeholders on FB, you'll learn these research-backed executive presence gems: đŞ Using the "flow of content...
Jul 22, 2024â˘14 minâ˘Ep. 280
The best professional photographers always score brilliant first impressions and connections with their subjects to capture that perfect photograph. As a highly conscientious, high-performing leader, you know the importance of making a powerful first impression. However, you probably underestimate the power of the way you introduce yourself in meetings. This podcast episode is here to help you refine your self-introduction to captivate your audience from the start, reduce social anxiety, and bui...
Jul 19, 2024â˘9 minâ˘Ep. 279
Don't let your ideas be overlooked in meetings when everyone is a senior leader and highly impatient ever again! As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you understand the importance of winning communication. Yet, the ability to capture attention and make your voice heard can be challenging, especially in leadership meetings. In this episode you will learn how to ensure your ideas are recognized and valued. Corporate Master Storyteller and author of Nothing Gets Sold Until the Story G...
Jul 17, 2024â˘34 minâ˘Ep. 278
Do you realize that your executive presence and reputation beginâor notâby the way you introduce yourself in a meeting? As a highly conscientious, high-performing leader, you know the importance of making a powerful first impression. Yet, you often NEGLECT some of your prime opportunities to showcase your contribution! This podcast episode will help you refine your self-introduction to ensure you captivate your audience from the get-go, reduce social anxiety, and build meaningful connections wit...
Jul 15, 2024â˘10 minâ˘Ep. 277
Have you ever thought if you had a more elite background or if you were more upper crust that you would have more executive presence and charisma? As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you may often find yourself striving to be seen and heard. This episode reveals how charisma and executive presence aren't about elitism, but about being genuine and relatableâqualities exemplified by Mike Rowe of "Dirty Jobs" fame. Executive Presence is Not Elitist A List Charisma. These 3 takeaways ...
Jul 12, 2024â˘10 minâ˘Ep. 276
Do you ever feel intimidated when presenting to ultra high-stakes investors or top executives? As a conscientious, high-performing leader, you know the pressure of securing investments and how crucial it is to present your projects effectively. This episode dives into practical strategies for mastering investor conversations and gaining confidence in your pitches. You are going to love mega real-estate investor Jason Yarusi, a classic introvert whoâs built a multi million dollar business where p...
Jul 10, 2024â˘25 minâ˘Ep. 275
Do you know the number one thing you need to do to VASTLY expand your executive presence and visibility? If you lack visibility, if others take credit for your ideas, if the top people in your company donât know who you are, or if youâve been passed over for a promotion or a project, I guarantee you that speaking up more effectively in leadership meetingsânot just your regular team meetingsâis your ticket. Great performance and spectacular performance reviews are good and necessary, but they are...
Jul 08, 2024â˘11 minâ˘Ep. 274
Ever wonder how even a soft-spoken person can be a charismatic communicator who captivates audiences with epic executive presence? As a highly-conscientious high-performing leader, you understand the importance of captivating your audience and leaving a lasting impression. In this episode, discover how you can harness a little-known charisma technique, used by Ayaan Hirsi Ali, to enhance your executive presence and make your messages more impactful, even if you're not naturally outspoken. Get th...
Jul 05, 2024â˘8 minâ˘Ep. 273
Ever realize that all those awards and certifications are not delivering the level of executive presence and influence you expected they would? In this episode, with an Emmy award-winning television anchor and former tech executive we dive into how your untold storiesâthe setbacks and challenges that don't make it onto LinkedInâshape you into a resilient and adaptable leader. For high-performing business leaders, understanding and leveraging these experiences is crucial for continuous growth and...
Jul 03, 2024â˘30 minâ˘Ep. 272
Have you realized that you may actually be allowing, or even enabling others to take credit for your ideas? As a highly-conscientious high-performing leader, you understand the frustration of seeing your brilliant ideas get overshadowed by more vocal colleagues. In this episode, we delve into why this happens and, more importantly, how you can stop it to ensure you receive the visibility and recognition youâve earned. 1. Communicate your ideas so that they are recognized as your own. 2. Do this ...
Jul 01, 2024â˘9 minâ˘Ep. 271
Have you ever struggled to make your complex ideas relatable and engaging to your team? In this episode, we dive into the art of simplifying complex concepts, a critical skill for high-performing business leaders. With the pressures of remote work and information overload, your ability to communicate effectively can make or break your executive presence and leadership. Youâll get so much value from these 3 frameworks for simplifying your complex concepts to get faster buy-in: 1. Practical strate...
Jun 28, 2024â˘9 minâ˘Ep. 270
Do you realize that your team may not actually feel truly safe and supported under your leadership? As a highly-conscientious, high-performing business leader, creating a psychologically safe environment for your team is crucial. This episode addresses the common challenge of fostering an atmosphere where employees feel comfortable taking risks and communicating openly, ultimately leading to a more innovative and productive workplace. Iâm sure youâre familiar with the famed Google research conne...
Jun 26, 2024â˘38 minâ˘Ep. 269
Would you like an actual checklist to make sure others donât perceive you as boring? In todayâs fast-paced, remote and hybrid-working world, high-performing business leaders must excel in communication to maintain their edge. If you feel overwhelmed by the demands of constant virtual (and in person) meetings and unsure if your message is resonating, this episode is for you. In todayâs episode youâll gain the edge with the following gems: 1. Which are the communication habits that might be making...
Jun 24, 2024â˘10 minâ˘Ep. 268
Would you like to know how to effortlessly establish genuine rapport with the most successful and accomplished people you meet? In this episode of Speak Up, we reveal a foolproof compliment that builds instant rapport with high achievers. As a conscientious, high-performing business leader, you know the importance of meaningful connections. Discover how this technique can enhance your leadership presence and foster authentic relationships with top-tier professionals. Among your titanium-plated t...
Jun 21, 2024â˘8 minâ˘Ep. 267
Did you know that as an introvert or ambivert you have a complete advantage in leading your team that can uplevel the success of an entire organization? You have to create your own visibility - Steve McKenzie In today's fast-paced business environment, being a highly-conscientious, high-performing business leader means more than just driving resultsâit's about connecting with your team on a deeper level to foster a culture of mutual respect and trust. And THAT is precisely where introverts have ...
Jun 19, 2024â˘29 minâ˘Ep. 266
Are you excelling at your job but still not getting the promotions you deserve? Have you realized that your top-notch performance reviews donât translate into executive presence? As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you know the frustration of being a top performer but not seeing your career advance as expected. This episode will tackle why your high performance might not be enough and what you can do about it. In todayâs episode youâll learn actual career secrets that no else tell...
Jun 17, 2024â˘13 minâ˘Ep. 265
How would it help you to know some easy and proven persuasion techniques that actually ELEVATE your executive presence, even if English is your second language? Todayâs A-List icon is Bushra Azhar - founder of the Persuasion Revolution. Originally from Pakistan, sheâs one of the most knowledgeable people on the planet on the topic of persuasion. And English is Bushraâs second or third language. Today you will learn these persuasive techniques you can use to own any room: đ°How to secretly have t...
Jun 14, 2024â˘8 minâ˘Ep. 264
Ever wonder why some professionals rise to the top effortlessly while others, who are often high performers, sometimes struggle to break through certain career ceilings? For high-performing leaders like you, understanding the shift from being a standout individual contributor to an influential leader is crucial. This transformation often pivots not just on what you do, but how you communicate, build relationships, and present your personal brand within complex corporate environments where execut...
Jun 12, 2024â˘29 minâ˘Ep. 263
