Episodes

This week I have a VERY special podcast episode. I’m doing a super transparent, wisdom-packed interview with two alums of The Art of Speaking Up Academy. I’ve watched these women grow and thrive, and today they’re bringing th...

If you want to feel more confident at work, this week’s podcast episode is for you. As someone who has lots of experience helping my clients (and myself) build deep confidence, I’ve learned what works and what doesn’t when i...

If you want to advance quickly in your career, knowing how to have strategic professional development conversations is essential. You might be thinking that this sounds intimidating, or that you’re not sure how to go about ha...

If you ever keep quiet in meetings because you’re afraid of asking a stupid question, this week’s podcast episode is for you. Not only do I want you to feel unburdened by the fear of sounding stupid - but I also want you to r...

If you want to learn to be more direct and assertive WITHOUT alienating your audience, this week’s episode is for you. I know how hard it can be to find an assertive voice without feeling like you’re being overly aggressive ...

Tune in to hear me share an exciting announcement about The Art of Speaking Up Academy, along with an in-depth, vulnerable, uncut version of my full career story. This week, I’m sharing it all: my failures, struggles, insecu...

Do you ever find yourself sitting in a meeting, feeling like an outsider and wondering if you’re supposed to be participating? When you’re not the most experienced person in the room, it can be tricky to figure out whether yo...

If you want to advance upwards in your career, learning how to speak about your accomplishments (and take credit for them!) is super important. It’s how you make sure you’re getting credit for all the stuff you do behind the...

Do you worry that becoming an executive means you’ll have to work like crazy? Do you feel like you need to build more skills before you’re ready to succeed as an executive? If so, this week’s podcast episode was created for...

If you want to have a more powerful sounding voice and a super impactful executive presence, this week’s podcast episode is for you. Whether you struggle with nerves or you find yourself shrinking away when you speak in meeti...

This week’s podcast episode is my fieriest one yet. Here’s why: corporate america is sometimes really bad at helping women develop a stronger executive presence, and to be honest - the old-school philosophies that many compan...

If you’re trying to become more assertive at work, it’s super important to remember this: Impostor syndrome and assertiveness are *intimately* connected to one another. When you experience a ton of impostor syndrome, having a...

If you want to succeed in your role, assertiveness is an essential skill to master. I know it can feel super challenging to assert yourself, particularly if you’re struggling with confidence. But the good news is - assertiv...

If you struggle with impostor syndrome but want to succeed and advance in your career, today’s episode was made for you. I know how confusing and overwhelming it can be to be super ambitious but to also feel afraid that you l...

If you want to feel more confident in your role at work, you’ve set a super wise goal for yourself. When you have unshakable trust and belief in your capabilities, you tend to perform your job at a much higher level. You sp...

If you have big goals for your career and your professional evolution, there’s a really high likelihood that you’ll face lots of disappointment as you reach for these big goals and achievements. In today’s episode, I’m shari...

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...

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...

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...

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 th...

To schedule time with me to chat this week, head to: https://calendly.com/jguz/the-art-of-speaking-up-academy-zoom-chat-with-jess If you're having troubles scheduling time, you can shoot me an email at jessica@theartofspeakin...

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 th...

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...

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 yo...