Episodes

Oct. 20, 2025

386 | 9 beginner-friendly ways to be more concise when you speak

If you ever ramble or lose people when you speak, today's episode is for you. Today I’m breaking down nine simple, practical ways to get your message across clearly and crisply - even if you feel like a beginner. My hope is this episode will make you see that you absolutely DO have the ability to be a super effective communicator. Let's dive in! Links mentioned in today’s episode: Free Five Phrases Worksheet: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/phrases/ The Art of Speaking Up Academy waitlist: http...
Oct. 13, 2025

385 | 3 communication skills that fast-track your path to leadership

Want to get promoted faster? The way you speak offers your boss and leadership a window into how you think and how you lead. Which means—if you want to get noticed and promoted, excellent communication is a must. But here's the thing: most people communicate like individual contributors, not leaders. They focus on sharing information instead of driving action. They explain what they did instead of the impact it created. They defer to senior voices instead of contributing their own. Leaders co...
Oct. 7, 2025

384 | Executive presence demystified: a simple framework for standing out in the room

Do you ever wonder why some people command the room while others fade into the background? In this episode, I’m breaking down the subtle ways we keep ourselves small and I'm revealing the simple shift that transforms your executive presence. Once you understand this framework, you’ll see exactly what it takes to stand out and get noticed as a leader. To grab the bias to action worksheet, click here: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/biastoaction/ To join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Aca...
Sept. 29, 2025

383 | Phrases executives love — and don’t love — to hear

The #1 thing that'll accelerate your path to leadership?Great communication.The way you speak offers your boss & leaders a window into how you think and how you lead. Which means -- if you want to get noticed and promoted, excellent communication is a must. Tune into today's episode to learn how to pivot away from phrases that are flat and unmemorable, and towards phrases that are potent and powerful. I think you're going to love this one.Grab the free 5 phrases worksheet here: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/phrases/ Join the waitlist for The Art of Speakng Up Academy:https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/ To listen to the episode on disagreeing: Listen in Apple | Listen in Spotify
Sept. 23, 2025

382 | The 3 hidden obstacles to speaking up & how to overcome them

If you want to thrive and get promoted in your corporate career - you must learn to speak up powerfully and be a strong voice in the room. The good news is - even if you struggle with speaking up, you can absolutely find an authentic voice that helps you stand out as a leader. Today I'm helping you do this by teaching you about the 3 hidden obstacles that most people don't realize are getting in the way of speaking up. I'm going to help you uncover roadblocks you didn't even realize were there, ...
Sept. 16, 2025

381 | The #1 thing that gets you ahead in corporate

Grab the bias to action worksheet: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/biastoaction/ Join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/ If you want to get ahead in your corporate career, you must listen to today's episode. Today I'm revealing the #1 thing that will get you ahead in corporate - and it's probably not what you think. If you want to carve a powerful path towards leadership, then you don't want to miss this one. Let's dive in.
Sept. 8, 2025

380 | How to build confidence so solid, you feel unshakable walking into any room

Do you want to buil confidence so unshakable, you feel strong & capable even in rooms that used to intimidate you? Do you want to feel and sound unstoppable even when you get asked a hard question, or put on the spot to speak off the cuff? If you dream of building confidence so rock-solid that you can handle pretty much anything, you must listen to today's episode. Today I'm teaching you exactly why your confidence feels shaky and exactly how to go from shaky, unreliable confidence to unstopp...
Sept. 1, 2025

379 | Present like a pro: a powerful framework for impressing executives

Ready to seriously impress executives in your next presentation? It's easier than you might think, and today I'm teaching you how. In this episode, you're going to learn how to pivot from sharing information, to speaking like a true leader. You'll come away from this episode with a powerful set of tools that'll help you command a room full of executives, and show them that you're someone to keep an eye on at your company. I am so freaking excited to dive into this framework, and I hope you eno...
Aug. 25, 2025

378 | How to develop rock-solid confidence at work (despite the emotional highs & lows)

If you feel frustrated by the ups and downs in your self-confidence, today’s episode is for you. It’s actually very normal to experience swings and fluctuations when you’re in the process of upleveling your confidence, but unfortunately, this doesn’t get talked about much in the workplace. In today’s episode, I’m teaching you why this happens, and more importantly, I’m sharing a simple roadmap to help you endure the highs and lows so you can arrive at a state of confidence that’s unshakable, u...
Aug. 19, 2025

377 | 3 essential speaking skills to help you stand out & thrive at work

Want to rise in your corporate career and build a reputation as someone who’s ready for leadership? The fastest way to make this happen is to build rock-solid communication skills. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down 3 essential speaking skills that will help you stand out, get noticed, and thrive in your career. Whether you’re giving a presentation, speaking off the cuff, or leading a meeting - these are the skills that’ll set you apart. This episode is packed with tips, mindset shifts, and...
Aug. 11, 2025

376 | Worried you'll be put on the spot & won't have the answer? Here's how to handle it.

Worried you’ll be put on the spot and won’t have the answer? This fear is SO common - especially if you’re someone who cares deeply about showing up prepared and making a strong impression. But here’s the thing: expecting yourself to always have the answers creates an insane amount of pressure. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a powerful mindset shift to help you let go of the pressure. You’ll learn how to stay grounded, show leadership, and communicate with confidence even when you don’t have ...
Aug. 4, 2025

375 | How to stop sounding scripted and start speaking with natural confidence

Do you ever feel awkward, scripted, or robotic when you speak? Do you find yourself overthinking every word and rehearsing what you're going to say before speaking up at work? If you're ready to break out of those patterns and learn to speak with natural confidence, you're going to love today’s episode. I’m diving into why you get stuck in scripting and overplanning, and more importantly, how to shift out of it. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a powerful toolkit for tapping into a dee...
July 28, 2025

374 | Making the shift from self-critical to self-confident feat. Nicole Zabel, Jenny Johnson, & Edyie Seibert

If you’ve ever wondered, “can I really change?” then you MUST listen to today's episode. Today I'm interviewing three incredible women who I worked with inside my program, The Art of Speaking Up Academy. Today's conversation is an honest and transparent look at what actually happens when you do the inner work to build confidence and develop your voice as a leader. You'll hear us talk about: -How to build confidence even when you feel stuck -Habits that quietly hold you back from speaking up ...
July 21, 2025

373 | How to sound more confident at work: 3 tweaks to uplevel how you speak

When it comes to sounding confident at work, the words you use matter. In today’s episode, you’ll learn exactly how to adjust your verbal communication so you can exude confidence and impress your stakeholders when you speak. If you’re looking to up-level both your communication skills and the way your coworkers perceive you, this episode is for you. To join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Academy, click here: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/ To listen to the other episode I re...
July 14, 2025

372 | A 3-step process to build unshakable confidence at work

If you’ve been trying to build confidence but still feel stuck, this episode will change the game for you. I’m walking you through a 3-step confidence-building process that most people completely overlook, and I'm helping you figure out exactly which step you need to take next. This is one of those episodes you’ll want to come back to again and again along your professional journey. To join the newsletter, click here: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/newsletter/ To join the waitlist for my signatu...
July 7, 2025

371 | 16 tips to get promoted faster (without exhausting yourself)

Grab the free bias to action worksheet: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/biastoaction/ Learn how you can join The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/ If you’ve got your eye on a promotion (even one that’s farther out into the future), this episode is for you. Today I’m sharing 16 actionable steps to help you get promoted faster. The truth is, getting promoted in corporate isn’t just about working hard—it’s about taking strategic steps that boost your visibility a...
June 30, 2025

370 | My #1 tip for thriving (instead of crumbling) under pressure

If you put insane amounts of pressure on yourself, then today’s episode is for you. The ability to gracefully handle pressure is a leadership trait that will help you get ahead in your corporate career, and luckily, it’s something you can learn. In this episode, I’m teaching a simple mindset framework to help you stay calm under pressure so you can grow your confidence and impact as a leader. If you’re ready to feel truly unstoppable no matter what hard or scary thing gets thrown at you, this is...
June 23, 2025

369 | How to be assertive without being aggressive: 3 approaches you haven't heard before

Want to be assertive without being aggressive or stepping on people’s toes? Today’s episode will show you how. I’m sharing a powerful epiphany I had during my corporate career that helped me develop an assertive voice without sacrificing my warm, collaborative personality. If you’re someone who leads with empathy and cares deeply about being a positive force in the room, the insights I’m sharing today will resonate with you—and help you step into leadership in a way that feels fully authentic....
June 16, 2025

368 | Building real confidence: why is it harder than it looks?

If you’re feeling stuck in your confidence journey, this episode is for you. Today, I’m revealing the number one hidden obstacle that makes it hard to build true, lasting confidence. And more importantly, I’m walking you through three powerful shifts that will help you move past it. As your confidence grows, you’ll find your voice at work, step into thought leadership, and begin carving the career path you truly desire. I’m so excited for you to uncover the tools that will help you get there,...
June 9, 2025

367 | How to present your work to executives: a simple framework for beginners

If you’ve ever been asked to present your work to an executive audience and thought, “where do I even start?”- this episode is for you. Today I’m teaching you a simple, easy-to-use framework for structuring your message so it’s clear, compelling, and executive-friendly. If you're ready to wow your audience and seize that next visibility opportunity you get - then let's dive in. To join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Academy, head here: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy
June 3, 2025

366 | How to shed the self-doubt and build deep confidence feat. Sarah Robbins, Jane Chan, & Colette Moss

If you’ve ever doubted yourself in a meeting, struggled to speak up, or questioned whether you’re really leadership material…then today's episode is for you. Today I’m talking with three incredible alumsof The Art of Speaking Up Academy: Colette Moss, Sarah Robbins, and Jane Chan. In this honest yet inspirational conversation, they're opening up about how they’ve built deep, lasting confidence from the inside out (without requiring themselves to be perfect or holding unrealistic standards). In...
May 27, 2025

365 | Assertiveness does NOT have to be aggressive (ever!!!) - here's why

So many people get stuck when it comes to assertive communication. They feel torn between their desire to be more assertive and their desire to remain true to their authentic personality. The good news is, you can be assertive WITHOUT sacrificing your authenticity and WITHOUT being aggressive. In fact - being aggressive makes assertiveness far less effective. In today's episode, I'm explaining why and teaching you a framework for assertiveness that will help you be firm and powerful but also s...
May 19, 2025

364 | 4 reasons you struggle to speak up (& how to evolve past them)

If you’ve ever wondered why speaking up feels so hard, today's episode will give you the answers you've been looking for. Today I’m breaking down the four root causes that keep so many brilliant women stuck, and showing you exactly what needs to shift so you can start using your voice with confidence, clarity, and power. If you’re ready for insight, motivation, and practical next steps, then this one's for you. To join the waitlist for my signature program, The Art of Speaking Up Academy, click...
May 12, 2025

363 | 5 must-know phrases that'll help you command respect when you speak

To grab the free written guide that goes with this episode: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/phrases/ If you're wanting to finally be respected and taken seriously as a leader - today's episode is for you. Today I'm sharing 5 phrases you can memorize and begin using right away to gain credibility when you speak at work. Think of these as magic phrases that'll create instant authority and position you as a capable leader when you speak. Best of all? These phrases are designed to feel easy, authent...