Episodes

In this final episode of the assertive communication series, I’m diving into all the incredible positive changes you’ll experience when you start communicating more assertively. The truth is - assertive communication is challenging. It requires you to step up and face your fears in ways you haven’t before, and it’s SO important that you’re tapped into the benefits of assertiveness so that you have a ton of motivation to face your fears and do it anyway. Tune in to hear why it’s totally, 100% w...

If you’re trying to find your voice and become more assertive at work, you’ve very likely confronted the fear of saying the wrong thing. The more assertive you are, the more ideas you’re contributing, which increases the likelihood of making a faux-pas when you’re contributing. If you fear contributing something that turns out to be incorrect, you are not alone. And even better - this fear does NOT have to stop you from developing a confident voice and asserting yourself powerfully. Tune into t...

One of the biggest things that prevents people from being more assertive is the fear of being judged. As soon as you anticipate shifting to a more assertive communication style, you may experience a ton of fears, like: -What if people judge me? -What if people think I sound stupid? -What if people think I’m overstepping? -What if people are unimpressed by me? If the fear of judgment is preventing you from using your voice more powerfully and assertively, I have a very powerful and game-chan...

If you struggle to communicate assertively, you’re not alone. I’ve coached over 100 women and assertiveness is one of the most common struggles I’ve seen as a coach. The good news is, there IS a way to become more assertive and there’s a way to do it that can feel GOOD and AUTHENTIC to you. So many women worry that in order to be assertive, they have to act rude, aggressive, or inauthentic. This actually isn’t true and this belief is based on a misunderstanding of what assertiveness actually is...

If you ever find yourself feeling stuck in your quest for growth – I want to normalize this experience and remind you that building self-confidence takes TIME. If you’re anything like my clients, you want to achieve change quickly, and you’re putting a TON of pressure on yourself to make fast progress. And while it’s totally normal to want to achieve fast results, I’m here to remind you of something you already know: Slow and steady wins the race. And when it comes to building confidence espe...

Today’s episode is all about inspiring you to STICK with your career goals & dreams, even when things get difficult. In this episode, I’m sharing some reflections on the tough moments many of us experienced in 2023, and also - how those tough moments have the potential to make you STRONGER. Tune in to hear me start by reflecting on how 2023 has been, and then transition into a list of super common career struggles and the important lessons you’ll learn from each. Enjoy! To join the weekly ne...

Crisp, compelling slide presentations have enormous power when it comes to your career progression - when you consistently impress executives with compelling, high-impact presentations - they’ll be quick to put you on their list of employees to nurture, develop, promote, and watch. The good news is, become a masterful slide creator is totally possible for you, and in this episode, I’m going to teach you how so that being overwhelmed by the blank page becomes a thing of the past! Ready to dive ...

Ever feel like you’d do way better in your role if you just had more expertise, more knowledge, and more answers? Ever feel like you need to have all the degrees and years of experience in order to have a big impact in your role? Ever think that success is about having all the answers? If so, get ready for a radical change in perspective. In today’s episode, we’re going to examine the faulty belief that you need more knowledge to be effective in your role and we’re going to turn that belief u...

Today I’m interviewing Sofie G., an ambitious, driven female leader and prior alum of The Art of Speaking Up Academy. In this episode, we’re diving deep into Sofie’s journey of building the confidence and clarity necessary to follow her professional ambitions and step up into a more challenging & more visible role within her company. You’ll hear us talk about the internal mindset shifts that helped her step up into this new phase of her career - and most importantly - you’ll likely be inspired...

If you’ve recently transitioned into a leadership role or you’re in process of doing more leadership-oriented projects, today’s episode is for you. In today’s episode, I’m explaining why it is totally normal to struggle during this transition. Leadership skills are typically learned and built as you go, which means you might be experiencing some growing pains as you transition away from the individual contributor mindset and into the mindset of a leader. Tune into today’s episode to learn how ...

Today’s episode is all about mistakes. When it comes to making mistakes, here’s what I DON’T suggest you do: -Beat yourself up -Demand perfection of yourself -Use the mistake as evidence that you just can’t get it right. Instead - I want you to have an empowering relationship with mistakes. I want you to build confidence in spite of your mistakes, and even become a better leader as a result of them. Ready to learn how? Let’s jump in. P.S. To access the free resource library: https://jessg...

In today’s episode, I’m putting myself in the hotseat and I’m being interviewed by fellow career coach, Ivna Curi. Tune in to hear us dive DEEP into why expertise is overrated when it comes to being an effective voice in the room, and what to focus on instead. You’ll also hear us share vulnerable stories about our own experiences finding the confidence to share our voices more publicly, and our best advice for thriving in your 9-5 career. Ivna is a coach and trainer for professionals who want ...

If you feel like you’re a mess some days and you worry you’ll never feel confident or ‘together’ enough to succeed professionally - I have an important message to share with you. Being a powerful leader does NOT come from you being perfect and keeping it together all of the time. It comes from you knowing how to navigate the ups and downs that leaders inevitably face. The way you’ll get good at this is by giving yourself permission to navigate YOUR OWN internal ups and downs. This is why when i...

If you ever find yourself caught in the fear that you aren’t skilled enough to succeed in your role, then today’s episode is for you. Impostor syndrome (aka, the persistent feeling that you’re unqualified for the work you do) is a super common mindset challenge that might be preventing you from feeling confident and performing at your full potential. Luckily - impostor syndrome DOESN’T have to sabotage your career. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a shift in perspective that’ll help you free yo...

If you want to feel more confident about yourself and your capabilities at work, this week’s episode is for you. You don’t need to be perfect, free from self-doubt, or superhuman to grow your belief in yourself. You just need to learn to become more mentally flexible so you can show up powerfully when you’re faced with obstacles. Tune into today’s episode to learn how to take powerful action when challenges arise (and grow your confidence big-time as a result). You can do this. Enjoy! P.S. ...

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Compelling verbal communication is a necessary skill for an upwardly mobile career - it helps you make a powerful impression on your audience and build a reputation that’ll help you advance upwards in your company. In this episode, I’m walking you through the #1 foundation of compelling verbal communication so you can get better at making a powerful impression on your audience and standing out when you speak. This is something that even a total beginner can get good at - and I’m here to teach ...

Being a visible and vocal participant in meetings with leaders & execs present is hugely important when it comes to advancing your career - but I also know it can be incredibly intimidating and difficult. No matter how much you work on your communication skills, sometimes the experience of being surrounded by influential leaders can feel downright overwhelming. The good news is - you can get better at showing up powerfully DESPITE the intimidating and overwhelm as you develop a more resilient m...

Strong, effective verbal communication is a non-negotiable if you want to thrive in a corporate setting. The good news is, you don’t need to be the smartest, most charming, or most experienced person in the room to communicate effectively. All you need are a few simple foundational communication skills that even a total beginner can get good at. Tune into today’s episode to hear me walk you through a few key communication skills that you can start applying right away. P.S. To join the waitl...

If you struggle with negative thoughts and negative self-talk, today’s episode is for you. Today I’m walking you through some common psychological habits that can amplify negative thinking, and offering you tools and suggestions to help make sure these negative thoughts don’t get in the way of you making bold choices that help you stand out in your workplace. I know negative thoughts and negative self-talk can be hard to manage, but you’re absolutely capable of showing up super powerfully for yo...

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...

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 ...

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 Resour...