Speak Your Mind Unapologetically
This podcast will show you how to confidently speak up without coming across aggressive or rude and without retaliation or backlash. You’ll learn to speak up authentically without hurting other people’s feelings or creating enemies and become both assertive and likable. You’ll outsmart biases and overcome resistance while becoming more influential and persuasive in your communication. You’ll get practical tips, strategies, and examples of how to be direct, assertive, and non-offensive at work.
Episodes
Are you your own best advocate? In this episode, Laura Colón, VP of Sales and Alliances at Vonage, shares her personal journey of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, self-promoting both internally and externally, and building a personal brand to advance her career.
02:07 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome
04:15 Embracing a Growth Mindset
05:48 Building a Personal Brand for Career Advancement
11:54 Leverating Ment...
How can you be bold without being a bully? If you have ever been told you’re “too much” when you speak up, or worried about being seen as rude, pushy, or bossy when you advocate for yourself, this episode is for you. Assertive communication starts with belief. Let’s upgrade yours. Discover the surprising 20 mindset differences b...
What’s the worst career advice you’ve received? Cybersecurity GRC Risk Manager Sandra Dorsey discusses her worst career advice and how she learned the importance of self-promotion, negotiating for oneself, dealing with confusing feedback, and advocating for others in the corporate world. Sandra shares her journey from following advice to 'keep her head down' to realizing the need for visibility and networking. ...
In this episode, we delve into the critical role of allyship in the workplace with Wendy O'Neill, Head of Business Development at CDW, who shares her personal experiences and practical strategies for becoming a better ally.
Wendy discusses how to recognize and support colleagues whose voices are often unheard, how to foster allyship within a team, and the powerful impact of situational awareness in meetings. She also talks about l...
"With all due respect..." "I understand how you feel."
"That's an interesting idea" "Noted."
Sometimes the nicest words can feel dismissive and silence people. Find out small changes you can make for people to feel heard and encouraged to speak up.
Learn how to use proven frameworks to articulate your value, elevate your influence, and dominate your field. In this episode, Dr. Karen Hills Pruden shares her expertise from 30 years in professional development and leadership training, offering practical tips and real-life examples to help you transform your career. From amplifying your value through quantifiable metrics to building professional equity and leveraging relationship...
How can you protect your power, status, and influence in communication? Learn from Amy Carroll, a communication coach and author of 'Ego Tango,' on how to advocate for yourself, manage pressure, and communicate with strength.
She explains the cost of Predator and Prey and how to step into Partner to neutralize the invisible power game. She demonstrates 4 different external behaviors to proj...
Have you ever stayed awake at night replaying something you did or said, worried about how you came across? Are you the kind of perfectionist that doesn’t want to disappoint others? In this episode, you will discover seven strategies to overcome worry and rumination about mistakes or negative perceptions in professional settings. Perfect for leaders and professionals wan...
Ever faced resistance after asking for something important at work, such as resources, flexibility, or a project opportunity? Discover eight easy steps to lead such conversations without pressure and turn resistance into cooperation without harming relationships. This episode helps you identify forms of pushback and overcome them, so that you can advocate for yourself and your career goals confidently. Tune in ...
How can you leverage speaking to become a more impactful servant leader? Discover the strategies to use speaking as a high-level service in this episode featuring Israel Duran, a communication expert. Learn how Duran transformed his challenges into strengths and now teaches others to harness their voice for leadership, impact, and resources. Tune i...
Ever felt discouraged when asking for resources, training, and support at work? The more discouraged you are, the more you’ll push others away from the yes. Instead, you’ll need to lead the conversation with clear communication, being direct about financial needs, and sustaining engag...
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