Episodes

If you’ve ever been told that you’re doing amazing work, but that you need to demonstrate more leadership skills, today’s episode is for you. I know how confusing and frustrating this type of conflicting feedback can be, and I want to equip you with the tools you need to stand out as a leader in your work environment. Tune into this week’s episode to learn exactly how to show your boss and higher-ups that you have what it takes to lead and that you’re ready to rise. I’d love to hear what you t...

Strong executive communication skills can be the difference maker between rapid advancement versus plateauing in your career. Even if you struggle to communicate powerfully and effectively, I want to assure you that with the right tools and little bit of dedication, you can absolutely learn how to wow a sophisticated audience EVEN if you’re feeling nervous or not 1000% confident. It all comes down to knowing how to create a smooth listening experience for your audience, and in this episode, I’...

Today’s episode is for you if you want to feel and sound more confident in meetings, but are feeling a little bit stuck when it comes to making that goal a reality. In this episode, I’m breaking down the #1 barrier that I’ve seen that prevents my clients from building the confidence they desire in meetings, and, I’m walking you through some important shifts you’ll want to make in order to build confidence that’s deep, lasting, and sustainable. The advice in today’s episode might surprise you, ...

If you want to be on an accelerated path to leadership, then it’s super wise to be vocal and transparent about your desire for a promotion. I’m a super strong advocate of asking your boss & organization to promote, rather than waiting to be promoted - because asking has the potential to dramatically speed up your promotion timeline. The challenge is - you might feel an enormous amount of discomfort when you imagine yourself asking for a promotion. And honestly - this is very common, and totall...

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Are you super motivated to grow in your career but also super afraid that you lack the skills to achieve the success you desire? If you relate to this, you are not alone, and truly - nothing is wrong with you. It is often those who are the most ambitious who also struggle the most with impostor syndrome and self-doubt. But - I know how confusing it can be to set ambitious career goals and aim for promotions when you don’t even feel solid in your current role, and that’s why I’m walking you thro...

If getting on an accelerated path to a promotion is important to you, then meetings are a key place where you’re going to want to focus. The way you communicate and lead in meetings is how you show your boss & leaders around you that you are ready for more. I know meetings can feel intimidating and scary, but with a little bit of practice, you can absolutely learn to show up with powerful CEO energy so that it’s clear to those around you that you are destined for leadership and promotions. Read...

Do you want to take up space and get noticed in meetings? Are you ready to finally show your boss and higher-ups that you’re not a wallflower - you’re a LEADER? If so, there are a few skills you’ll want to master to ensure you’re making a powerful impression and flaunting your leadership skills. In today’s podcast episode (part 2 of a 2-part series), I’m walking you through what these skills are and how to begin practicing them. These skills have the potential to accelerate your career growth t...

Do you want to take up space and get noticed in meetings? Are you ready to finally show your boss and higher-ups that you’re not a wallflower - you’re a LEADER? If so, there are a few skills you’ll want to master to ensure you’re making a powerful impression and flaunting your leadership skills. In today’s podcast episode (part 1 of a 2-part series), I’m walking you through what these skills are and how to begin practicing them. These skills have the potential to accelerate your career growth t...

**Enrollment dates for The Art of Speaking Up Academy** Early Enrollment: November 1-4 (get a discount on tuition - must be on the waitlist!) Regular Enrollment: November 5-18 To join the waitlist, head to https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/ If you’re ready to master executive communication skills and grow your confidence in meetings, then The Art of Speaking Up Academy might just be the perfect program for you. Every few months, I open doors and welcome an intimate cohort of ambitious women ...

**Enrollment dates for The Art of Speaking Up Academy** Early Enrollment: November 1-4 (get a discount on tuition - must be on the waitlist!) Regular Enrollment: November 5-18 To join the waitlist, head to https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/ If you’re ready to master executive communication skills and grow your confidence in meetings, then The Art of Speaking Up Academy might just be the perfect program for you. Every few months, I open doors and welcome an intimate cohort of ambitious women ...

If you want to be on a path to leadership, then assertiveness is a skill you absolutely must master. Without having a solid assertiveness muscle, it becomes very difficult to manage the complexities that come with advancing into larger roles. If you struggle to find an assertive voice that doesn’t feel adversarial, then today’s episode is for you. I’m hoping this episode will help you breath a sigh of relief as I try to convince you that you can absolutely be assertive without being rude or ag...

Learning how to stand out in meetings is a must if you want to build a powerful corporate career. The good news? I’m here to help you learn how to do that even if you struggle with confidence in those meeting rooms. In part 2 of this 2-part series on standing out in meetings, I’m walking you through how to have the impact and presence of a leader so you can make a bigger impact, get noticed, and develop a reputation that gets you on a fast track to leadership. My goal is to help you see that yo...

If you want to build a powerful career, you have to learn to stand out in meetings. The good news? You can absolutely learn how to make a powerful impression in a way that feels doable and totally authentic to YOU. And, you don’t need to be perfect or free of self-doubt to do this. Tune into today’s episode to learn about the ONE simple shift that’ll have you standing out and leaving a lasting, powerful impression in meetings. This advice will alter the trajectory of your career - and - what I...

Learning to effectively communicate with executives will create SO many benefits in your career - your meetings will run more smoothly, you’ll get more executive support for your work (which will make you more effective), and perhaps most importantly – you will make a powerful impression on the people in your organization who have the influence and ability to help accelerate your upward mobility. This is why solid executive communication skills are a must if growth and leadership is important to...

I believe that you can build unshakeable confidence that supports a wildly powerful career, EVEN IF you doubt yourself and feel stuck. And in today’s episode, I want to show you how. Tune into part 3 of my mindset series to learn exactly how to shift the limiting beliefs that are keeping you small and how to FINALLY get unstuck and accomplish REAL, lasting change that will support you in cultivating a rewarding and fulfilling career. Because it is absolutely possible for you. To grab The Art of...

Do you ever feel like you’re not smart enough, talented enough, or confident enough to build the career you desire? If so, you MUST listen to this week’s episode. In part 2 of this 3-part series on mindset, I’m breaking down the concept of a limiting belief and helping you see the places where you might be unnecessarily limiting yourself and playing small in your career - NOT because you’re incapable, but because you’re incorrectly assessing your own capabilities. My goal is for you to see that ...

If you want to build a wildly powerful career - you’re going to need lots of self-confidence to make that happen. The good news? EVEN if you struggle with confidence, and even if you have lots of negative thoughts about yourself and your career - you also have the power to CHANGE those things. In this week’s episode, I’m kicking off a mini-series on mindset that’s designed to help you understand the role mindset plays in your professional success AND the options you have available to you to cult...

If you desire big, leadership roles but also feel afraid that you might not succeed if you were to get one, this week’s episode is for you. It’s so easy to hide in your career and pretend like you don’t want to advance because deep down inside, you’re afraid that you don’t have what it takes to succeed in a bigger role. In this week’s podcast episode - I’m going to challenge that idea. I’m first going to bust some myths that might be preventing you from pursuing the leadership positions you des...

Today I’m so excited to bring you the season finale for season 6. The episode I’m sharing today is quite vulnerable and personal - I’ll be sharing a personal essay I wrote about feeling a deep sense of alienation and not-enoughness in my career. This is an exploration of some the deeper, harder feelings that we experience as women, and a call to action for you (and us as women) to commit to a deeper acceptance and love for ourselves. I’m so glad to have you listening - it means so much to me....

Today we are taking an in depth look into four major skills that will help you become wildly effective at your job, AND get you started on the path that you desire in your professional journey. I will be breaking down four key skills (Execution, communication, mindset, and leadership) and explaining to you why they’re all crucial skills in your path to growth and becoming the badass you are meant to be. I will be breaking down each skill, going over each one in detail, and giving practical advic...

Do you feel super intimidated in meetings where you’re less experienced than the people around you? I know it’s super easy to question yourself and shrink away when you’re not the expert in the room, but the truth is – you can be a wildly powerful contributor in a meeting room even if you’re the least experienced person in the meeting. Tune into today’s episode to find out how and to learn a simple mindset shift that’ll make you feel powerful AF in those meeting rooms, even when you're surroun...

If you want to be on an accelerated career trajectory, knowing how to impress your audience when you speak is a must. The good news? You don’t need to be perfect or feel 100% confident to be a powerful communicator. You just need to master a few foundational skills that’ll have your audience falling in love with your work, and developing a deep respect for you and your competence. Ready to uplevel how you speak so you can uplevel your career? Tune in to get started! And if you’re ready to tak...

It’s easy to get caught in the trap of thinking that in order to be a star performer, you have to put in a ton of hours and work super hard. But the thing is – when your confidence is high and your leadership skills are rock-solid, you’ll realize that you can be best-in-class in your role without putting in insane hours or saying “yes” to piles and piles of work that you don’t have capacity for. Tune into today’s episode if you’re ready to take your career to the next level WITHOUT overworking...