Recent Episodes

Sept. 12, 2026

Ready to speak like a powerful leader? Enrollment for The Art of Speaking Up Academy is open!

I'm so pumped - enrollment for The Art of Speaking Up Academy is officially open! If you're ready to develop a fearless and powerful voice as a leader - you don't want to miss this bonus announcement episode. I'm teaching you how The Academy can help you develop a confident voice so you can grow your impact (and reputation) as a leader. I'll walk you through The Academy curriculum, teach you how the program helps you transform in a deeper way than just listening to the podcast, and how ...
Sept. 7, 2026

432 | How to stay confident when the room feels intimidating: the 5 layer model of building confidence

If you want to feel more confident speaking up at work so you can boldly share your voice as a leader - today’s episode is for you. If your confidence disappears the moment the room feels intimidating - it’s not because you inherently lack confidence. It’s because building real confidence is a 5 layer process - and most people are missing one or two key layers. In this episode you’ll learn: • The 5 layer model of confidence and why not all layers are created equal when it comes to building real,
Aug. 31, 2026

431 | How to make speaking feel effortless: getting into a flow state

If you struggle to speak confidently at work and want to be able to express yourself more effectively, today's episode is for you. You may have heard of the concept of a flow state — a state in which you're so absorbed in the task at hand that your sense of self-consciousness disappears. A flow state can happen when you're speaking, and it's one of the most powerful ways to express yourself both effectively and effortlessly. If you're struggling to speak up, it could be because you're blocked
Aug. 24, 2026

430 | Speak confidently at work by mastering this one underrated skill

Ever walked out of a meeting thinking "that did not go well"? Maybe you talked in circles. Maybe you didn't sound confident. Maybe a tough question caught you off guard and you froze. If this sounds familiar - you are not alone, and most importantly, you can 100% overcome thi. In this episode, I teach the one skill you need to thrive during those high pressure moments. Most professional development advice ignores what I’m covering in today’s episode - and yet, it’s the most impor...
Aug. 17, 2026

429 | The subtle but critical reputational shifts that get you ahead in corporate

If you want to have a successful corporate career - your reputation is the #1 most powerful asset you need to build. But here’s the catch - a good reputation isn’t always enough to propel you into leadership. In fact - certain kinds of GOOD reputations can actually slow down your path towards corporate leadership roles. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down these mechanics in detail. I’m teaching you the 4 types of “good” reputations, how to know which one(s) you have, and I’m explaining which
Aug. 10, 2026

428 | How to show up confident – even when the room feels challenging (feat. Danya Tesarski, Maya Phillips & Liz Everett)

The dream scenario is you walk into that next meeting feeling totally ready. You’re prepped with talking points, you share them seamlessly, and you leave feeling amazing. But real life is usually much messier than that. You don’t have time to prepare. You’re the least experienced person in the room. The conversation takes a messy turn you weren’t expecting. These moments can feel like uphill battles. But - what if I told you that these uphill battle moments are the most valuable thing that can h