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423 | Why comparing yourself to coworkers who *seem* more confident stifles your true potential
July 6, 2026

423 | Why comparing yourself to coworkers who *seem* more confident stifles your true potential

Stop comparing yourself to others who seem more confident - it's stifling your potential Have you ever watched a coworker speak up in a meeting – calm, poised, totally composed – and immediately felt your own confidence deflate? If comparing yourself to other people leaves you feeling like you're behind, or like everyone else has something you don't, this episode is for you. Here's the truth: constantly comparing yourself to others who seem more confident is one of the most damaging things you c
422 | How to disagree with senior leaders without being confrontational
June 29, 2026

422 | How to disagree with senior leaders without being confrontational

Have you ever stayed quiet in a meeting because disagreeing with a senior leader felt too confrontational? In this episode, I'm teaching you the TATER Framework — a simple, four-step approach to disagreeing with your boss (or executive leaders) in a way that feels collaborative and not at all confrontational. This will help you manage up effectively and get credit for the leadership skills you bring to the room. In this episode you'll learn: -How to disagree with senior leaders without being adv
421 | How to feel confident no matter what room you're in
June 22, 2026

421 | How to feel confident no matter what room you're in

If you want to feel more confident at work, today's episode is for you. People often think that confidence at work comes from having knowledge, expertise, and perfect communication. But in today's episode, I'm going to show you why that isn't true. I'll teach you what variables actually matter when it comes to building confidence, and share a blueprint you can use to grow your confidence at work. By the end of this episode, you'll understand exactly why the most confident leaders aren't necessar
420 | Executive presence: 3 beliefs that’ll make you unstoppable in the room
June 15, 2026

420 | Executive presence: 3 beliefs that’ll make you unstoppable in the room

A confident executive presence is one of your biggest differentiators at work - it’s what helps you stand out as a leader and build a reputation as an impact maker. If you’re ready to develop an executive presence that’s truly unstoppable - you must tune into this episode. I’m teaching you the 3 beliefs that’ll help you skyrocket your executive presence in the room - and I think they’ll surprise you. Join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/freeresour
419 | How to speak with confidence (and why it can be hard)
June 8, 2026

419 | How to speak with confidence (and why it can be hard)

Do you struggle to speak confidently at work? In this episode, you'll learn exactly why speaking with confidence is so much harder than it looks, and what to do about it. Most people focus on learning the foundations of executive communication - how to articulate your thoughts clearly, how to sound polished. But confident speaking isn’t just about articulating your thoughts clearly. It requires mastering three separate sets of skills: technical skills, performance skills, and pressure skills. I
418 | Corporate is hard right now - how to feel alive and motivated despite the chaos
June 1, 2026

418 | Corporate is hard right now - how to feel alive and motivated despite the chaos

Corporate is hard right now - and if you're feeling burnt out, discouraged, or disconnected from your motivation, you are not alone. In this episode, I'm sharing three perspectives to help you reconnect with your inner spark during one of the most challenging seasons the corporate world has seen in years. I'd love to say hi! Feel free to reach out to me... Via email: jessica@theartofspeakingup.com Via Instagram: @theartofspeakingup