Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style

• 446: What Powerful Executives Really Pay Attention To Goes Far Beyond The Words Spoken

  Think you're a good listener because you're an introvert? Think again. What if your well-meaning habits are actually blocking your ability to lead?In this transformative episode, executive presence coach Laura Camacho speaks with renowned listening expert Oscar Trimboli to uncover the truth about deep, impactful listening. You’ll learn why most professionals are stuck in shallow, transactional conversations—and how to become the leader everyone wants to follow just by listening differently.To chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.By the end of today’s conversation with Oscar Trimboli you’ll know:🏋️A powerful question that can change the entire tone and productivity of your meetings🚀 The secret to dealing with over-talkers without interrupting them or being rude🛠️The real reason most people feel misunderstood—and how you can build instant trust by doing this one thing before speaking.Tune in now to learn the listening techniques that build trust, shorten meetings, and instantly elevate your executive presence.For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morningAbout our guest:Oscar Trimboli, host of the Apple award-winning podcast Deep Listening, is a sought-after keynote speaker, and author of how to listen: discover the hidden key to better communication.Along with the Deep Listening Ambassador Community, he is on a quest to create 100 million deep listeners in the workplace.Through his work with chairs, boards of directors, and executive teams, Oscar has experienced first-hand the transformational impact leaders can have when they listen beyond words.Oscar is a marketing and technology industry veteran working for Microsoft, PeopleSoft, Polycom, and Vodafone. He consults with organizations, including American Express, AstraZeneca, Cisco, Google, HSBC, IAG, Montblanc, PwC, Salesforce, Sanofi, SAP, and Siemens.His book how to listen – discover the hidden key to better communication – is the most comprehensive book about listening in the workplace, Deep Listening – Impact beyond words and Breakthroughs: How to Confront AssumptionsOscar loves his afternoon walks with his wife, Jennie, and their dog Kilimanjaro. On the weekends, you will find him playing Lego with his grandchildren.In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By...

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• 445: Why Over Reliance on Your Brilliance is Keeping You Out of the C Suite

  Are you still trying to earn your seat at the executive leadership table by knowing everything—only to feel like you’re left out of the critical executive conversations? This episode is for high-performing introverts and technical experts who’ve mastered their craft but feel shaky when stepping into strategic conversations.If you’re stuck thinking leadership equals deep expertise in every area, you’re probably holding yourself back from the influence, recognition, and senior-level opportunities you deserve. By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:😭Why clinging to your identity as the expert might be sabotaging your executive leadership potential.🎯A simple mindset shift that allows you to speak up with authority—even when you don’t have all the answers🚀How top performers are transforming their careers by shifting from knowledge holders to strategic influencersTo chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.Listen now to learn how to lead confidently, communicate like an executive, and step into the strategic roles your career is ready for.I created the Executive Presence Mastery System. It’s designed specifically for technical experts like you, making the leap to strategic leadership. We’ll show you how to leverage your expertise without letting it hold you back.Want to learn more? Head to the show notes and click the first link, or visit speakupwithlaura.com. Book a strategy call with me, and let’s map out how you can step into your full leadership potential.Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

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• 444: The 1 Secret Skill That Will KILL Your Fear Of Criticism

  Ever hold back your brilliant idea because you’re terrified of criticism? Learn how to take criticism to make your voice stronger, not silent.If you're an introvert who dreads meetings because you’re afraid your ideas might get shot down, this episode is your roadmap to confidence. Discover how to reframe criticism, own your voice, and speak up without compromising your calm presence—all while learning from the real-life leadership playbook of Google’s leader, Ruth Porat.To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.By the end of this short episode, you’ll know:🔑5 introvert-friendly techniques to handle criticism without shutting down🪝Examples from President and Chief Investment Officer of Alphabet and Google, Ruth Porat using transparency and calm authority💰A secret skill you as an introvert can easily master that will stomp out your fear of criticism and catapult your careerHit play now to learn how to transform fear of criticism into your greatest communication strengthSo look—if you’ve ever found yourself biting your tongue in a board meeting or with a senior leadership audience, afraid your idea will be torn apart and it's left you feeling frustrated and invisible despite all the work you put in... but what you really want is to speak up with confidence and be seen as the strategic thinker you are—that’s exactly why we created the Executive Presence Online Scorecard. This scorecard is based on the 4 pillars in my Executive Presence Mastery System, designed to help you pinpoint what’s holding you back and what to focus on next to communicate with calm authority like Ruth Porat. Here’s the link to the Executive Presence scorecard — NOT widely available.In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

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• 443: How Successful Technical Leaders Take Super Complicated Content From Blank Stares to C-Suite Buy-In

  When you explain what’s going on, are people blinking at you with blank stares — even though you're right and the situation is extremely complex?If you're a technical expert who's ever been frustrated that people “just don’t get it,” this episode is for you. Messaging coach and former cybersecurity leader Joel Benge reveals why being brilliant isn’t enough — and why even the smartest people struggle to connect when it counts most.To chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here. By the end of today’s conversation with Joel Benge you’ll know:🛠️3 core human drivers of communication that even data nerds must master💃🏼How to translate complex ideas into language that builds trust (without “dumbing it down”)🎯A key “message therapy” method to prep your pitch, presentation, or white paper for real-world impactHit play to learn how to earn attention, trust, and buy-in — even if your message is packed with facts and your audience is packed with PhDs.FREE GIFT!! Download my The Practical Guide to Effective Communication here (it retails for $9.99 on Amazon!) and read chapter 4 all about choosing your mindset!! Everything else follows from mindset leading to your voice being heard and respected in meetings, gaining more influence, and understanding better how to reach key stakeholders.For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morningAbout our guest:Joel Benge, is author of Be a Nerd That Talks Good and founder of MessageSpecs Consulting.Joel helps technical professionals and speakers bring clarity and connection to high-stakes communication. With 20 years of experience translating cybersecurity, compliance, and emerging tech for audiences ranging from NASA engineers to C-suite execs, Joel knows how to turn dense material into messages that move people.In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

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• 442: 9 Science-Backed Influence Tips for Introvert Leaders to Master Persuasion & Executive Presence

  To chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.What if you could unlock the secret to getting a "yes" from anyone—without being pushy, annoying, or loud?In this episode of Speak Up, Laura Camacho breaks down exactly why high-performing introverts often get overlooked—and how you can flip the script using 9 proven persuasion tactics drawn from leading psychology research. If you're tired of being the best-kept secret in your organization, this is your roadmap to visibility and leadership without changing who you are. By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:🧲10 science-based persuasion tactics, inspired by research from psychologists like Robert Cialdini💰Proven tactics that help you influence stakeholders, inspire teams, and avoid being overlooked—without needing to be loud or aggressive🧩5 ways your having influence HELPS your company get better resultsPress play now to learn the exact influence techniques introverts can use to get buy-in, respect, and promotions—without ever needing to be the loudest in the room.Pick one tactic to start with—I recommend reciprocity or empathy, as they’re low-effort and high-impact. Practice it this week and track the results. If you want to take your influence to the next level, check out my Executive Presence Mastery System, by setting up a chat for us above in the show notes. It’s designed to help senior leaders and aspiring executives master persuasion, uncover blind spots, and communicate with confidence. Influence isn’t about being the loudest in the room—it’s about being the most strategic. Start with one tactic, and you’ll be amazed at how quickly doors open. If you're interested, look above in the show notes, click the first link you find or visit speakupwithlaura.com... book a strategy call where we'll decode your specific executive presence gaps and show you exactly how to close them.Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

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