Episodes

164 | 10 lessons on confidence from 2021 (part 2)
Dec. 21, 2021

164 | 10 lessons on confidence from 2021 (part 2)

Welcome to the show – today I’m doing a very special episode that will hopefully become a yearly tradition – I’m recapping my 10 biggest learnings on confidence from 2021. I had so much to share that I decided to split this piece into two episodes, and in this week’s episode you’ll hear items 6-10 on my list of 10 learnings. This episode is perfect if you’re looking to get motivated and inspired for the year ahead and if you’re ready to say goodbye to smallness so you can step into a brand new...
163 | 10 lessons on confidence from 2021 (part 1)
Dec. 14, 2021

163 | 10 lessons on confidence from 2021 (part 1)

Welcome to the show – today I’m doing a very special episode that will hopefully become a yearly tradition – I’m recapping my 10 biggest learnings on confidence from 2021. I had so much to share that I decided to split this piece into two episodes, and in this week’s episode you’ll hear items 1-5 on my list of 10 learnings. This episode is perfect if you’re looking to get motivated and inspired for the year ahead and if you’re ready to say goodbye to smallness so you can step into a brand new ...
162 | How to find the motivation to speak up in meetings that feel intimidating & uncomfortable
Dec. 7, 2021

162 | How to find the motivation to speak up in meetings that feel intimidating & uncomfortable

Today’s episode is for you if you struggle to speak up in meetings and want to have a stronger voice in the room. In this solo episode, I’m walking you through how speaking up in meetings fits into your confidence-building process, and how to find the motivation to push yourself outside your comfort zone, even when it feels super edgy or scary to do so. After listening to this episode, you probably won’t view meetings the same way again (in a good way 😊) I hope you enjoy this week’s episode, a...
161 | Confidence, navigating rejection, doing it messy, asking for help, & Asian Women Who Boss Up with Sheena Yap Chan
Nov. 30, 2021

161 | Confidence, navigating rejection, doing it messy, asking for help, & Asian Women Who Boss Up with Sheena Yap Chan

This week I’m talking to confidence coach, podcaster, and bestselling author Sheena Yap Chan all about the growth process, building confidence, finding your voice, and best of all – Sheena’s new book, Asian Women Who Boss Up. This is one of those wonderful winding conversations - in it you’ll hear us talk about: -Sheena’s definition of confidence -How to navigate rejection and not be afraid to hear no -Sheena’s book, Asian Women Who Boss Up -The model minority myth -Vulnerability and overcoming ...
160 | How to speed up your path to promotion
Nov. 23, 2021

160 | How to speed up your path to promotion

Today’s episode is for you if getting promoted is important to you, and if you’re ready to learn what steps you can take to speed up your path to promotion. So often, it can feel like getting promoted is outside of your control – but this isn’t true. In today’s episode I’m sharing some actionable advice that will help speed up your path to promotion and explaining to you why you have way more power than you think when it comes to positioning yourself for that next big uplevel. I hope you enjo...
159 | Bonus: The Art of Speaking Up Academy Q&A
Nov. 17, 2021

159 | Bonus: The Art of Speaking Up Academy Q&A

In today’s bonus episode, I’m answering some questions I’ve been receiving about The Art of Speaking Up Academy. If you’re trying to decide if this program is right for you or if you’re wanting to join but you’re feeling nervous or worried about whether it’s a fit, this episode will help you figure out if this program is right for you. Doors to enrollment close on Monday, November 22nd at 9pm PST. To grab your spot, head over to: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/ I hope to see you inside! ...
158 | Badass vs. perfectionist
Nov. 16, 2021

158 | Badass vs. perfectionist

If you want to build BIG confidence and become a powerful leader, there are certain mindset shifts you have to make. You’ll have to let go of old, limited ways of thinking and make room for more expansive thinking and much greater emotional resilience. Today’s episode is all about making the shift from being risk-averse and keeping yourself and your goals small, to being courageous and taking the scary steps that honor your heart’s true desires AND help you build a sustainable confidence that ...
157 | How to speak assertively without feeling or sounding like an a-hole (assertiveness, part 2)
Nov. 11, 2021

157 | How to speak assertively without feeling or sounding like an a-hole (assertiveness, part 2)

Grab the free assertiveness ebook here: https://www.assertivenessebook.com/ Assertiveness is an essential skill for excelling in your role and becoming a leader in your industry – but it’s also one of the most challenging communication skills to develop. How do you respond when someone tells you that your thinking is wrong? How do you defend your work without sounding defensive? These situations can activate all kinds of fears & insecurities, which is why having a process to navigate these tr...
156 | Why assertiveness can feel so hard, icky, and uncomfortable (assertiveness, part 1)
Nov. 9, 2021

156 | Why assertiveness can feel so hard, icky, and uncomfortable (assertiveness, part 1)

Today’s episode is for anyone who is struggling with finding a confident & assertive voice at work. Speaking assertively can bring a ton of fears and insecurities to the surface, and this is what makes it one of the most challenging forms of communication. The good news is, once you begin to understand why it can feel so hard, you’ll feel much better equipped to navigate it. Tune into today’s episode to join me in a deep dive on why assertiveness might feel hard for you, and what next steps y...
155 | How to hold your own in meetings when you don’t have as much knowledge as your coworkers
Nov. 2, 2021

155 | How to hold your own in meetings when you don’t have as much knowledge as your coworkers

Today’s episode is for you if you want to stop hiding and shrinking away in meetings during moments where you’re lacking knowledge or expertise. Even though these moments can sometimes feel overwhelming or disorienting, they are actually really important opportunities to grow and flex your leadership muscles. Tune into today’s episode to find out how to navigate these moments, and to understand why they matter so much for your career. To download The Most Powerful Woman in the Room, click here...
154 | Present, thinking deeply, moving forward, relentless: how meetings speed up your path to promotion
Oct. 26, 2021

154 | Present, thinking deeply, moving forward, relentless: how meetings speed up your path to promotion

Today’s episode is for you if you want to advance in your career AND become a powerful presence in meetings. Your actions and choices in meetings will impact how much the leaders around you feel ready to advocate for you to move into bigger projects and roles. Meetings have the power to become the single most effective driver of your career advancement – if you have the proper tools to show up in them as a leader. Tune into today’s episode where I’ll walk you through these tools, and guide yo...
153 | How to sound confident when you’re feeling anxious, intimidated, or small
Oct. 19, 2021

153 | How to sound confident when you’re feeling anxious, intimidated, or small

Most people misunderstand the art of harnessing and projecting confidence when you feel anxious or intimidated. Honestly, “fake it till you make it” never worked for me or resonated with me. When I was in corporate, I didn’t want to build confidence that was FAKE – I wanted to build confidence that was sustainable and the REAL deal. In this episode, I’m walking you through an alternative to “fake it till you make it” that will help you project TRUE confidence from the inside out. I’m explaini...
152 | Why you struggle to speak up in meetings
Oct. 12, 2021

152 | Why you struggle to speak up in meetings

Welcome to the show! This week’s episode is for the woman who wants to feel bold and powerful when she speaks in meetings. No matter what your starting point is, there’s a powerful voice inside you and the first step to bringing it out is knowing what obstacles are blocking it. No matter what your specific situation is, the struggle to speak up is almost always caused by one of three different obstacles. In this episode I’ll walk you through what these obstacles are and help you identify whi...
151 | Confidence and mindset mastery from the inside out with Bryn Drescher
Oct. 5, 2021

151 | Confidence and mindset mastery from the inside out with Bryn Drescher

Today’s episode is such a good one! Today I have on returning guest Bryn Drescher to talk about all things resilience, mindset, and staying committed to your goals. If you’re realizing that the inner game (confidence & mindset) might be holding you back from sharing your genius at work, you’re going to find this episode super helpful. Bryn will help you understand how to harness the power of mindset to evolve into the powerful leader that you are meant to be. I LOVED this conversation and I ...
150 | The single most important thing for advancing in your career (part 3)
Sept. 30, 2021

150 | The single most important thing for advancing in your career (part 3)

In this final part of the series, I walk through the #1 thing that will impact your professional evolution. I am so excited to open your eyes to some guidance and mentorship that I wish I had gotten sooner in my career. When you put what I share in this episode into practice, not only will your confidence grow, but you’ll be well positioned for the big roles, promotions, and projects that you’re aiming for in the future. If you put my suggestions into practice, it has the potential to radical...
149 | The single most important thing for advancing in your career (part 2)
Sept. 28, 2021

149 | The single most important thing for advancing in your career (part 2)

In part 2 of this 3 part series, I’m mapping out some concrete action steps that will help you advance your career and ensure you’re on a long term path to growth. If you are ambitious and you’ve got big dreams of rising up and becoming a powerful leader, part 2 is going to be incredibly important for you. Tune in to hear how you can take powerful action (starting today) to get yourself on the fast path to leadership. Grab your free workbook here: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/professionalrepu...
148 | The single most important thing for advancing your career (part 1)
Sept. 21, 2021

148 | The single most important thing for advancing your career (part 1)

Today’s episode is foundational if you are focused on moving up and advancing professionally. Sometimes, you get so focused on the day-to-day at work that you miss the bigger picture when it comes to setting yourself up to advance. In today’s episode, I’m zooming out and sharing the #1 driver of your professional advancement – and it may not be what you think! Tune in to part 1 of this multi-part series to learn what it is, and why it matters so much. Links to get in touch with Jess: Learn ab...
147 | How to deal with difficult coworkers
Sept. 14, 2021

147 | How to deal with difficult coworkers

Today’s episode is perfect for anyone who is experiencing frictions with a challenging coworker(s). Trust me, I know how frustrating this can be – but I also want to help you understand how much it creates an opportunity for you to step into your next level as a leader. There will always be frictions and people conflicts in any workplace – so the question is – how might these challenges become places where you distinguish yourself as a leader? Tune in to hear all of my thoughts on this and to...
146 | Small talk, advocating for a promotion, impostor syndrome, and believing you deserve it with Whitney Walters
Sept. 7, 2021

146 | Small talk, advocating for a promotion, impostor syndrome, and believing you deserve it with Whitney Walters

This week I’m chatting with corporate professional and PowerPoint Pro Whitney Walters. Today’s episode is a deep dive on Whitney’s journey of boldly advocating for the promotions she wanted, and tackling all the mindset obstacles that popped up along the way. Whitney’s story is such a beautiful example of what it looks like to go all-in on your growth, even if there are moments when it feels hard or scary. If you feel alone in wanting a promotion and being scared to finally go after it, you’r...
145 | Waiting for a promotion vs. asking for a promotion
Aug. 31, 2021

145 | Waiting for a promotion vs. asking for a promotion

Today I’m talking all about getting promoted. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through the difference between waiting for a promotion, and asking for one. I’m sharing some of the thoughts that might keep you from asking you for one, and why you might want to ask for one despite feeling fearful or uncertain. This episode will open your mind to the fact that YOU are in control of your career decisions and that feeling small and afraid never has to stop you from going after what you want. Lin...
144 | Are you stuck or can you change? (diving deeper into mindset)
Aug. 24, 2021

144 | Are you stuck or can you change? (diving deeper into mindset)

Welcome to the show! This week’s episode is perfect for you if you often worry that maybe you’re not good enough to succeed in your career. Your mind might have many reasons to justify this concern, but today I’m diving deep into a key mindset concept that will help you sort through the mental muck and take control of your career decisions so you don’t let fear and distorted thinking get in the way of your dreams. This one will leave you feeling fired up to make big things happen in your care...
143 | Taking control of your calendar, strengthening your voice, salary negotiation, and staying confident when things get hard with Heather Hernandez
Aug. 17, 2021

143 | Taking control of your calendar, strengthening your voice, salary negotiation, and staying confident when things get hard with Heather Hernandez

Today’s interview is just wonderful. Today’s guest Heather is an executive in the healthcare space, and in this conversation she opens up about the inner and outer growth that has helped her to get to where she’s at today. In this conversation we hit on everything from managing your calendar to learning to embrace your authentic voice. Heather also shares some super valuable advice on how she’s approached building confidence and how to build the courage to ask for the salary you desire. This...
142 | How to position yourself as the #1 candidate for your dream role + an important mistake to avoid when advocating for yourself
Aug. 10, 2021

142 | How to position yourself as the #1 candidate for your dream role + an important mistake to avoid when advocating for yourself

Grab your workshop ticket here (see you there!): https://jessguzikcoaching.com/events/ ~~~~~ Welcome to the show! Today I’m explaining to you how to position yourself as the top candidate for the role, promotion, or project that you want. In this episode, I’m walking you through a common mistake most people make when advocating for themselves, and what to do instead. This episode is perfect for anyone who has big ambitions to step into bigger or newer roles and wants to get really good at pit...
141 | Public speaking, failure, losing it all: podcast guests open up about their biggest fears
Aug. 3, 2021

141 | Public speaking, failure, losing it all: podcast guests open up about their biggest fears

Grab your workshop ticket here (see you there!): https://jessguzikcoaching.com/events/ ~~~~~ Welcome to the show! Today’s episode is super special – you’re going to hear some of my past podcast guests open up about things they feel afraid of and how they manage through some of their biggest, hairiest fears. Below are the guests you’ll hear from, and their episode numbers in case you want to go back and hear their full interviews: Leigha May (episode 82) Kara Diane (episode 79) Meg Duffy (episo...