Episodes

Today I'm doing something different.... Instead of sharing a tip or lesson with you, I wanted to ask you what YOU most want to hear about. If you could take 2 or 3 minutes and tell me what the single biggest challenge you’re struggling with is… It would mean the world to me, and It’ll help me shape my upcoming podcast episodes around the topics you want to hear about most To access the survey, click here: https://forms.gle/Nscq1kZtiJR9fDLA6 If you prefer to take the survey on your desktop, this ...

If you want to be a highly effective verbal communicator, today’s episode is for you. You might think you need to always sound super crisp and super polished in order to communicate effectively - but in this episode I’m going to show you why that isn’t true, and help you see that releasing the pressure to sound perfect will actually help you be MORE effective in the long run. If you’re ready to elevate your verbal communication *without* being a perfectionist about it, then I think you’re gonna...

If the idea of speaking off the cuff stresses you out, today’s episode will hopefully be a breath of fresh air! I used to struggle big time when it comes to speaking off the cuff, but eventually I hit my stride and became super confident and comfortable speaking without a pre-planned script or agenda. I believe it’s a skill that anyone can develop, and in this week’s episode I’m sharing 3 tips to help you get better at speaking off the cuff so you can make a powerful impression whether you’ve pl...

If you want to thrive in your corporate career without overworking, managing up is an essential skill to master. In this week’s 2-part episode series, I’m demystifying what it looks like to manage up and showing you exactly how to do it when you’re faced with a new or challenging project at work. Tune in to learn why managing up is so important and how to get really good at it. P.S. To access the free template that goes with this episode, head to the link below and then join the “Free Resource L...

If you want to thrive in your corporate career without overworking, managing up is an essential skill to master. In this week’s 2-part episode series, I’m demystifying what it looks like to manage up and showing you exactly how to do it when you’re faced with a new or challenging project at work. Tune in to learn why managing up is so important and how to get really good at it. P.S. To access the free template that goes with this episode, head to the link below and then join the “Free Resource L...

This week on the podcast I’m honored to welcome Betty Chan - authenticity coach, prior 9-5er, and all around amazing and thoughtful human. Join us for a wisdom-packed conversation where Betty shares advice on being more of your authentic self, being more self-accepting, embracing the challenges inherent in the change process, and so much more. Be sure to check out Betty’s work and follow her on socials: Betty’s website: https://www.heybettychan.com/ Conquering Criticism Program: https://www.heyb...

If you want to advance into leadership roles (and thrive once you’re in them), you have to master the skill of assertiveness. I see lots of women get stuck when it comes to assertiveness because they think they need to be more aggressive & domineering in order to be assertive (and they *hate* doing this). But what if I told you that your natural kindness and empathy are your greatest superpowers when it comes to assertiveness? It’s true - effective assertiveness isn’t about being the most domine...

You’re capable of SO much more than you think you are. I know that when things are feeling tough or you’re in a rough patch, you mind start doubting yourself and your capabilities. But the truth is, the rough patches you’re encountering are the perfect time to double down, strengthen your mindset, and prove to yourself that even the toughest obstacle isn’t going to get between you and your career goals. In this week’s episode, I’m diving into some foundational mindset work to help you deepen you...

This week on the podcast I’m interviewing Felicia Ann Rose Enuha, host and creator of The Trill MBA show podcast. During this in-person conversation that we had in Felicia’s studio, she shares wisdom to help you navigate some of the landmines that pop in the corporate space. She also shares what it’s been like for her being a Black woman in corporate, and walks through how advice like “be your authentic self” and “be more assertive” often applies differently to Black women. This conversation wi...

Building confidence and growing as a leader is HARD work. Your confidence-building journey will require you to say goodbye to old habits and identities, and take new actions that feel exposing, vulnerable, and scary. You may have days where you’re totally doubting yourself and wanting to give up, and in today’s episode I want to remind you just how normal this is and why it’s totally worth it to keep going EVEN WHEN the journey feels a little rough. My goal is to help you see that you can abso...

If you want to sound more confident when you speak EVEN if you feel nervous or insecure, today’s episode is for you. I want to free you of any perfectionist expectations that you might have around needing to feel 100% confident in order to exude confidence when you speak. The truth is, strong communicators know how to sound confident even when nervousness, fear, or doubt pops up inside of them. These things do NOT have to get in the way of you sounding confident, and with the right tools, you ...

I want your communication to be so good that it gets you on a fast path to leadership - and in today’s episode, I’m teaching you how to achieve that. Strong communication sends a signal of competence to your audience, which is why I want to make sure you know exactly how to communicate in a way that positions you as a highly effective (and highly competent) leader. Tune into today’s episode to learn exactly what communication skills you need (both foundational and advanced) to make this happen (...

You don’t need to be 100% perfect in order to make a powerful impression on your audience when you speak. In fact, you’ll get way more bang for your buck if you focus your attention away from trying to be perfect, and onto the things that actually matter.. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through the 1 key ingredient that’ll help you be compelling when you speak. Spoiler: it does NOT require you to be, feel, or sound perfect (like, at all.) I can’t wait for you to let go of the high-pressure,...

If you want to make a powerful impression on leaders when you speak up in meetings, today’s episode is for you. You might think that you need to be super smart, super polished, and super experienced to be an impressive voice in the room – but this isn’t actually true. And in fact, you can take a BIG exhale…because in today’s episode I’m showing you why you can be super impressive AND effective in meetings without having to know as much as the leaders around you. If you think that sounds backward...

Today’s episode is fiiiiiiire! If you’re trying to grow your confidence and become more effective in your role, you’re going to love this episode. In this second part of my 2-part series on mindset, I’m walking you through some of the specific areas you need to focus on in order to develop a resilient, unstoppable mindset. If you love this episode, send me a note to let me know! My email is jessica@theartofspeakingup.com I’d love to hear from you!! P.S. Want to work with me to cultivate an uns...

If you want to feel confident and carve a powerful career path for yourself, mindset work is an absolute must. Confidence and success are created from the inside out - the stronger your mindset is on the inside, the faster you’ll bring your professional dreams to life. In today’s episode, I’m kicking off a 2-part set of episodes designed to help you kick-start your mindset growth so you can expand your confidence and create BIG success in your career. Tune in to hear me explain what mindset wo...

The more you impress leaders & executives when you speak, the more it benefits your career. Many people think that impressing executives when you speak is super hard, but when you know exactly what they need to hear to feel SOLD on you and the work you do - it actually becomes quite easy. In this week’s episode I’m cutting through ALL the fluff and helping you laser in on one small, bite-sized tweak that will make your communication wildly compelling to an executive audience. I want you speaking...

If you want to create BIG success in a leadership role, this week’s episode is for you. So many of my clients have a false belief that in order to succeed in a high-level leadership role, they need to 1) give up their values and be tougher on people, and 2) be more skilled at their job. I disagree. In fact, I think that who you are, right NOW, with your current values, personality, and imperfect skillset is MORE than enough for you to thrive as a leader. And in today’s episode, I’m determined ...

If you’ve ever felt consumed by feelings of unworthiness & self-doubt, today’s episode is for you. This episode is a vulnerable share where I’ll be telling you a story about how I learned to navigate debilitating self-doubt in my corporate career. This week I’m reading a personal essay I wrote about my struggle to answer this one very common job interview question: “So, tell me about yourself.” This question used to send me into a tailspin of panic, overwhelm, and insecurity. This week’s episod...

If you want to build an upwardly mobile career, getting good at influencing is essential. Whether you’re pitching yourself for a leadership role or trying to get buy-in for your next big project, knowing how to influence your stakeholders so you get a YES is an essential communication skill. In today’s episode, I’m teaching you how to make an ask in a way that maximizes your chances of getting an enthusiastic “yes” AND in a way that positions you as a confident, visionary leader. Ready to learn...

If you want to find a voice that’s confident but also super authentic - this week’s episode is for you. I know how hard it can be to express yourself authentically (ESPECIALLY at work). In this week’s episode I want to not only help you do that, but also give you permission to let it be MESSY as you figure it out. I believe if you’re willing to be openminded, playful, and experiment outside your comfort zone - then finding your authentic voice becomes inevitable. Tune into this week’s episode ...

This week’s episode is for you if you want to elevate into leadership roles AND thrive once you’re in them. Success in a leadership role requires a change in your mindset. You have to let go of habits like keeping quiet, being a perfectionist, and being afraid to step on peoples’ toes if you want to perform at your highest potential. I believe you’re totally capable of doing these things, and in this week’s episode, I’m going to help you make some critical shifts that will help you thrive as yo...

This week’s episode is about a topic I’m personally very familiar with: underearning. Underearning is about more than just money. It’s about how confident you feel inside, how honest you’re willing to be with yourself, and how brave you’re willing to be when it comes to asking for the salary you actually desire. So often, breaking the cycle of underearning is a crucial step in your confidence-building journey. In this week’s episode, I’m diving DEEP into the link between self-confidence and und...

Do you want to SOUND confident when you speak? If so, you’re gonna love today’s episode. I’m diving deep into the mindset shifts that’ll help you grow your confidence, and learn to project certainty when you speak. And best of all, you don’t need to be perfect for these tips to work for you. You can start practicing these tips EVEN IF you feel like a beginner, cuz they're going to take you from beginner to badass. I know you can do it and I wanna help you learn now - so let’s dive in! P.S. T...