Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style

Speak Up Summer Camp (July 6 – Aug 1) A private podcast with 24 short daily leadership reps to help you build the communication habits senior leaders actually notice. → Join the waitlist: here Are you doing great work—but still not getting noticed in meetings? Executive Presence Reset (6-Day Series) This week, we’re breaking down the small communication shifts that shape how senior leaders perceive you—often long before performance reviews. The 6-Day Reset covers: Day 1: Sound Confident Day 2: Speak with Clarity Day 3: Strengthen Credibility Day 4: Show Ownership Day 5: Handle Pushback Day 6: Influence Beyond the Meeting Ready to go deeper? Speak Up Summer Camp (July 6 – Aug 1) A private podcast with 24 short daily leadership reps to help you build the communication habits senior leaders actually notice. → Join the waitlist: here. For senior leaders: If you’re ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level in the next 90–120 days, the Executive Presence Mastery System is your next step. → Learn more: here New episodes of Speak Up drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Access the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. Are you spending too much time crafting emails that get little to no response? Most professionals rely on email because it’s easy—but what if that habit is quietly killing your influence, impact, and executive presence? In this episode, you’ll discover why email is often the worst communication tool for important moments—and what to use instead if you actually want to be heard, remembered, and respected. By the end of this short episode you’ll know: 🧩How to leverage the “Hierarchy of Impact” and when email is the wrong choice 🔑How to instantly elevate your executive presence with one simple question 🔎An underrated communication tool that helps you stand out with senior leaders Hit play to learn how to stop hiding behind emails and start communicating in a way that actually drives results. If you’d like to know how your Executive Presence is landing right now, check out the Executive Presence Scorecard by clicking the link in the 2nd paragraph of these show notes! Monday through Saturday of next week you’ll have the Executive Presence Reset experience. Enjoy! To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. What if people aren’t investing in your idea… but in you? Discover how to prepare for that in today’s episode. Whether you're pitching a project, leading a team, or trying to gain buy-in at work, most professionals focus too much on the idea itself—and not enough on the psychology behind decision-making. This episode breaks down what truly drives investors, leaders, and stakeholders to say “yes.” By the end of today’s episode you’ll know from legendary Broadway investor Ken Davenport: 🔥Why passion is the most powerful (and overlooked) driver in persuasion and leadership 🧮How top investors evaluate opportunities—and why people matter more than ideas 🏆Practical ways to influence others by aligning with what they actually care about Hit play now to learn how to turn your passion into influence and finally get people to believe in—and back—what you’re building. Remember the 6-Day Executive Presence Reset starts May 4, 2026. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. About our guest: Ken Davenport, is a Tony Award-winning Broadway producer and entrepreneur who has raised over $100 million for the arts and built one of the fastest-growing theatrical companies in the U.S. (Inc. 5000). His credits include A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical (Broadway, North American Tour, Australia), Harmony: A New Musical written by Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman, Once On This Island (Tony Award), Gettin’ the Band Back Together, The Play that Goes Wrong, Groundhog Day (Tony nomination), Deaf West Theatre’s Spring Awakening (Tony nomination), It’s Only a Play, Macbeth starring Alan Cumming, Godspell, Kinky Boots (Broadway – Tony Award, National Tour, Toronto, Australia, and West End), The Visit (Tony nomination), Mothers and Sons (Tony nomination), The Bridges of Madison County (National Tour), Allegiance, Chinglish, Oleanna starring Bill Pullman and Julia Stiles, Speed-the-Plow, Will Ferrell’s You’re Welcome America (Tony nomination), Blithe Spirit starring Angela Lansbury (Broadway, West End and National Tour), and 13. Off-Broadway, Ken has produced JOY: A New True Musical (Book Writer), Daddy Long Legs, Altar Boyz (Co-Conceiver), My First Time (Author), The Awesome 80’s Prom (Creator), That Bachelorette Show! (Creator), and Miss Abigail’s Guide to Dating, Mating & Marriage (Author). Ken’s productions have been produced internationally in over 25 countries around the world. 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Access the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. Why do even experienced senior leaders hesitate or lose clarity in the exact moments that matter most? If you’re already operating at a high level but find yourself holding back, overthinking, or not landing your message cleanly in executive conversations, this episode breaks down the hidden performance gap that’s quietly impacting how you’re perceived. By the end of this episode you’ll know: 🧩Why hesitation under pressure isn’t about confidence—but cognitive access and structure 🔎What’s actually happening in high-stakes moments that causes you to lose precision 🔑How to communicate faster, clearer, and with more authority in real time Press play to learn how to eliminate hesitation and start showing up with the clarity and precision your leadership level demands. So if you’re listening to this and recognizing… That you’re already operating at a high level but you’re not executing with the precision you expect from yourself… That’s exactly the work we do inside the Executive Presence Mastery System. Inside EPMS, we focus on: So if that’s where you are— Go to the top of these show notes, click the link, and book a discovery call. Or visit www.speakupwithlaura.com/speakup. Remember the Executive Presence Reset begins May 4 where you’ll get 6 exercises in 6 days to reset how you’re perceived at executive levels. Have a glorious day. No need to do anything, just be excited! To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. What would you do if your career weirdly disappeared overnight—and you had to start from scratch? If you’ve ever felt unsure about your next step, struggled to communicate your value, or wondered why your voice isn’t landing the way it should—this episode dives into the real, messy journey behind building confidence, clarity, and a career that actually works. By the end of this short episode you’ll know: 🪝How to turn uncertainty and setbacks into long-term career momentum 🚀3 simple communication shifts that build trust and influence 🔑How to speak with clarity so people actually listen and take action Press play to learn how to turn your voice into your most powerful career advantage. May 4 releasing a new short podcast series next week called The Executive Presence Reset. Each episode is just a few minutes long and focuses on one specific communication habit that can influence how leadership perceives you. If you’ve been thinking about how to show up more confidently in meetings or position yourself for your next role, I think you’ll find this series helpful. (Runs May 4-9 - no sign up necessary.) To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. Are you unknowingly sabotaging your influence by focusing too much on yourself—or worse, relying on logic alone? If you’ve ever struggled to get buy-in, felt ignored in meetings, or watched your great ideas go nowhere, this episode reveals why. Most professionals think persuasion is about being impressive or logical—but neuroscience says otherwise. This conversation breaks down the real drivers of influence and how to apply them immediately. By the end of this episode with Joshua Bandoch you’ll know: 🧠How to instantly become more persuasive by shifting focus to what others actually care about 🤫Why emotions—not logic—drive decisions and how to use that to your advantage 🔎 Simple, practical techniques like storytelling, strategic silence, and barrier removal to win people over Hit play now to learn how to turn every conversation into an opportunity to gain trust, alignment, and real results. Reminder that May 4 we start the 6-day Executive Presence Reset: 6 super short episodes revealing small shifts that can change how the top levels of leadership perceive you. If you look at this episode and think, “I know I should speak up more—but when I do, I either say too much or not enough,” and it leaves you second-guessing yourself afterward… you’re not alone. That’s why we built the Executive Presence Scorecard—to give you clarity on exactly where you’re losing impact. If that sounds like what you need, go to the 2nd paragraph of these show notes, click the link, and take the scorecard. It’s the fastest way to understand what’s really holding you back. About our guest: Joshua Bandoch is a public policy, think-tank leader, TEDx speaker, and the author of How to Get What You Want: Mastering the Art and Science of Persuasion. He breaks down persuasion into practical, repeatable skills anyone can use—on the job, in negotiations, and in everyday conversations. Joshua has spent the last decade mining psychology, neuroscience, economics, public policy, and history for cutting-edge persuasion techniques that work. He’s put them to use in hundreds of speeches written for senior government officials, in his daily work leading teams, and navigating high-stakes communication inside a public policy think tank. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. What’s the real cost of staying quiet—or over-explaining in high-stakes conversations? If you’ve ever found yourself holding back in meetings or over-explaining your ideas just to be understood, you’re not alone. Many experienced leaders struggle with trusting their own authority in high-stakes moments—and it quietly impacts how others perceive their clarity, confidence, and readiness for the next level. By the end of this episode you’ll know: 🔎The hidden patterns that cause you to either over-talk or stay silent 🔑 Why waiting for perfect clarity is actually hurting your influence 🚀 How to speak with confidence and authority in real time without over-explaining Press play to learn how to trust your voice, show up with clarity, and lead conversations at the level you’re already operating at. If you’re ready to move from: “I need to get this exactly right…” To: “I’m going to make this clear enough to move the conversation forward.” This is totally fixable — but not by just “trying to be more concise.” It’s trusting yourself to filter and layer the information to best help your audience. Inside the Executive Presence Mastery System (EPMS), we work on: and So you actually show up at the level you’re already operating at. Go to the top of these show notes, click the link, and book a discovery call. Or visit www.speakupwithlaura.com/speakup. Good news! The Executive Presence Reset is coming May 4 revealing six small shifts that can change how the top levels of leadership perceive you. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. Have you ever left a meeting thinking… I said everything right… …so why did nobody follow up? It’s not because you were wrong but because you weren’t interesting. A lot of professionals assume trust comes from being reliable, competent, and hardworking. But in fast-moving workplaces, that is rarely enough on its own. This episode breaks down why the way you communicate shapes how people perceive your judgment, credibility, and leadership potential—and how becoming just 1% more interesting can make you more memorable, more trusted, and more promotable. 👉 By the end of today’s short episode you’ll know: 🧲How to communicate in a way that builds trust faster, not just attention. 🚀Simple shifts that turn updates, opinions, and ideas into clear leadership ✅A practical framework for becoming more memorable, more useful, and more promotable in everyday work conversations. Play this episode to learn the small communication shift that helps people remember your value, trust your thinking, and see you as ready for bigger things. As promised, the link to 471: 3 Things Successful Introverts Do to Get Instant Alignment with C-suite Execs If you want help with that, grab my free Executive Presence Scorecard—link in 2nd paragraph of these show notes. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. Are you working harder than ever—but still feeling like it’s never enough? Many high performers fall into the trap of overworking, believing more hours equals better results. But what if the real problem isn’t effort—it’s how you manage your time, energy, and priorities? This episode breaks down how to recognize when work becomes unhealthy, and what actually drives sustainable success. By the end of this conversation with Hirak Chakraborty you’ll know: 🏆How to identify the hidden signs of overwork before burnout hits 🔑Practical ways to delegate, prioritize, and regain control of your workload 🌴Ways true executive presence can help you achieve more with less effort Hit play to learn how to work smarter, lead better, and reclaim your time—without sacrificing performance. If you are feeling overlooked or not fully recognized—when what you really want is to speak with clarity, influence decisions, and have that true executive presence we talked about… That’s exactly why we created the Executive Presence Scorecard—to help you pinpoint where your communication is getting lost and give you the tools to be concise, strategic, and impactful without having to talk more. If you’re ready for that next level, head to the 2nd paragraph of these show notes, click the first link. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. About our guest: Hirak Chakraborty is a leadership and transformation operator with over 20 years of experience working across global organizations including Deloitte, Tata, Capgemini, and L&T. His experience in global leadership spans VC, PE, Investing, Board Governance, IT transformation, M&A (buy-side), Operational Turnarounds, and Entrepreneurship. After burning out from 16-hour days and redefining what success meant, Hirak rebuilt his leadership philosophy around work-life synergy, energy rhythms, and human-centered performance. 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. Have you been told you’re “too valuable where you are” but still haven’t been promoted? This episode speaks directly to high performer leaders who are trusted, relied on, and constantly solving critical problems, yet still feel stuck in place. If you’ve been waiting for leadership to recognize your readiness for the next level, this conversation reveals why strong execution alone is not enough and what decision-makers may actually be looking for before they move you up. By the end of this episode you’ll know: 🎯Why being indispensable in execution can actually delay promotion. 🔑The difference between being seen as reliable versus being seen as strategic and scalable. 🧲How to reposition their communication and leadership presence so they are viewed as ready for the next role. Play this episode to learn how to stop being essential in the wrong way and start becoming undeniable for the role you actually want. You’re stuck because you’re too essential in the wrong way. And fixing that requires a shift in how you communicate, position, and lead. That’s exactly what we do inside the Executive Presence Mastery System (EPMS). We help you: So you can actually move up. If you’re ready for that— Go to the first paragraph of these show notes, click the link, and book a call. Or visit www.speakupwithlaura.com/speakup To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. Your updates might be too good. And that’s exactly the problem. Most professionals are trained to be thorough, clear, and complete—but at senior levels, that approach can actually signal execution instead of strategy. If you’ve ever felt overlooked despite doing great work, this episode reveals why your communication style—not your performance—might be the real bottleneck. By the end of today’s episode, you will know: 🤫Why closed-loop updates limit your visibility with senior leaders 🚀How to shift from reporting information to driving strategic conversations 🔑A simple, practical technique to keep leaders engaged and coming back to you Press play now to learn how to transform your updates into opportunities that pull you into bigger, more influential conversations. Recap of the Open Loop Add-On: Before you finish speaking—just add one of these: 1. A decision point 2. A strategic implication 3. A tension or tradeoff 4. A forward-looking question Because the people who get pulled into bigger rooms… Are the ones who make conversations bigger. If you want to understand how your executive presence is currently showing up—whether you're closing loops or actually leading conversations— I highly recommend you take the Executive Presence Scorecard. The link is in the 2nd paragraph of these show notes. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Do you feel like you're doing everything right in your career but still not being seen, promoted, or energized? Click here if: You’re a senior leader who’s finally ready to level up, speak up, get recognised and nail that executive promotion…and you want to work with Laura Camacho to build your Executive Presence Mastery in the next 90-120 days. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. If you're a high-achiever stuck in cycles of overthinking, perfectionism, or playing it safe at work, this episode will hit home. Guest Heather Kernahan innovator, Silicon Valley executive, and author of Unstuck—shares how even the smartest professionals plateau when they avoid discomfort, hide their ideas, or wait for permission. By the end of today’s conversation with Heather Kernahan you’ll know: 🔎How to spot the silent symptoms of being professionally stuck and what to do next 🚀 Why “moments of authority” like walking to the whiteboard can instantly shift your career trajectory 🪝 How unusual partnerships and behaving famously can skyrocket visibility—even for introverts Listen now to learn practical, powerful strategies to get unstuck and finally move toward the career breakthrough you’ve been waiting for. Love this definition! “A moment of authority is an unexpected action in a room that builds trust and confidence in you because you've had the courage to take it.” Heather Kernahan To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. About our guest: Heather Kernahan is CEO of Content Bureau, a B2B content marketing agency working with innovation leaders to help achieve their business goals. Global tech expert and business leader featured in Fast Company, Fortune, Thrive Global, BizWomen, PR Week, Ad Week, on stage at SXSW, WEF/Davos, and Fortune Global Forum and SF Business Times 100 Most Influential Women. Author of UNSTUCKABLE: Never be stuck in business again with tools from tech innovators. Learn more at www.unstuckable.me 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. You’re not being overlooked because you’re not smart enough… You’re being overlooked because you can’t say it in under five minutes. If you’ve ever left a meeting feeling like you didn’t land your message—despite knowing your stuff—this episode is going to show you what’s really going on. Because this isn’t just about over-explaining. This is about something deeper. By the end of this episode, you’ll know: 🎯 Why overexplaining is actually a decision-making problem 🪝 What senior leaders are really listening for when you speak 🔥 How to communicate in a way that positions you for senior leadership—not just expertise Press play to learn how to turn everything you know into clear, decisive communication that drives action and gets you noticed. If you’re still explaining instead of deciding when you speak—and it’s costing you visibility, influence, and promotions—that’s the problem. And it’s exactly what we solve in the Executive Presence Mastery System. We help you communicate with clarity and authority so people listen, understand, and act. If you’re ready to stop over-explaining and start leading, go to the top of these show notes, click the first link, and book your discovery call. Or click here. 📚 Research & References The Magical Number 4 in Short-Term Memoryhttps://doi.org/10.1016/S1364-6613(00)01538-9Uniting the Tribes of Fluencyhttps://doi.org/10.1177/1745691609346780Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Diehttps://heathbrothers.com/books/made-to-stick/How Senior Leaders Make Decisionshttps://hbr.org/2019/05/how-ceos-manage-timeThe Case for Simplicity in Communicationhttps://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/strategy-and-corporate-finance/our-insights/the-need-for-speed-in-decision-makingThinking, Fast and Slowhttps://us.macmillan.com/books/9780374533557/thinkingfastandslow To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. What if one of the best leadership mentors for executive presence… was Captain America? Many professionals believe executive presence comes from speaking louder, dominating meetings, or showcasing expertise. But the leaders who truly stand out often do the opposite. In this episode, we break down how Captain America demonstrates the exact leadership qualities senior executives trust most—and how you can apply them in your next meeting. By the end of this quick episode you’ll know: 🔑The four leadership qualities that instantly elevate executive presence 🎯How calm, concise communication can make people listen when you speak 🔎The counterintuitive action that actually strengthens your authority and influence Press play to learn the surprising leadership lessons Captain America can teach you about commanding respect and standing out in the workplace. 🛡️🎙️ Episode 471: 3 Things Successful Introverts Do to Get Instant Alignment with C-suite Execs So if today’s episode got you thinking about the kind of leadership energy you bring into the room… here’s a quick next step. Because developing executive presence is a little like an origin story. Before Captain America had the shield, the suit, or the Avengers… he had the values, the composure, and the clarity that made people trust him. And the same thing is true in the workplace. That’s why we created the Executive Presence Scorecard — a quick way to assess the leadership signals you’re sending in meetings, presentations, and high-stakes conversations. If you want to see where your executive presence currently stands, go to the 2nd paragraph of these show notes, click that link,and take the Executive Presence Scorecard. It only takes a few minutes… and it might be the start of your own leadership origin story. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. What if the reason you're not getting promoted, recognized, or trusted as a senior leader has nothing to do with your performance—and everything to do with your visibility and influence? 🤔 In today’s influence economy, leadership isn’t just about performing well inside your organization—it’s about how you are perceived outside of it. With widening trust gaps, a global talent war, and constant technological disruption, leaders who remain invisible or fail to communicate their point of view risk losing credibility, opportunities, and authority. In this episode, Shayna Davis challenges the traditional idea of executive presence and reveals why influence, visibility, and a clear leadership perspective are the real currencies of modern leadership. 🚀 By the end of this conversation with Shayna Davis you’ll know: 🔎Why executive presence needs a major reframe—and what truly builds leadership credibility today 🪝How to develop a clear leadership point of view that positions you as a strategic voice instead of just a high performer 💯 How external visibility can help attract talent, build trust, and elevate your influence in your industry Press play to learn how to transform your leadership identity, develop a powerful point of view, and start building influence that extends far beyond your organization. 🎧 Now maybe you’re listening to this and thinking, “I know my industry, I know my work, I’ve got the experience… but when it comes to clearly communicating my point of view or influencing a room, it doesn’t always land the way I want.” That’s a really common challenge for high-performing technical leaders, directors, and rising executives. You have the expertise, but translating that expertise into influence, credibility, and strategic visibility is a completely different skill set. That’s why we created the Executive Presence Scorecard Assessment — to help you quickly identify where your executive presence is already strong and where you may need to strengthen things like messaging, perception, and leadership identity. If you want to see exactly where you stand, head to the 2nd paragraph of these show notes, click the first link, and take the Executive Presence Scorecard Assessment. It’s a fast way to get clarity on what’s working and what might be holding your influence back. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning. About our guest: As the award-winning host of The Influence Economy™ Podcast, ranked in the top 3% worldwide, and an advisor to leaders at L’Oréal, IBM, and Nationwide, Shayna Davis is passionate about redefining executive presence as executive influence. She believes presence is no longer just about how leaders show up in the room—it’s about how they are perceived in the outside world. Her approach to executive presence centers on helping decision-makers and tech founders elevate their external visibility and strategic impact, not just for internal professional advancement, but to inspire change across industries and communities. Having been featured in more than 500 media outlets, Shayna Davis brings practical, actionable guidance to leaders eager to make their voices heard in high-stakes environments. 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...

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. If you feel like you have to explain everything…to prove you’re doing a good job… That’s exactly why executives aren’t seeing you as one. If you’ve ever felt like you need to prove your value or the value of your recommendation by sharing more detail, only to be interrupted, ignored, or left out of key decisions… this episode breaks down exactly why that’s happening—and how it’s holding you back from being seen as a strategic leader. By the end of today’s episode you’ll know: 😩The hidden communication mistake that makes you sound less strategic (even when you’re highly capable) 🎯The 3-part Executive Communication Operating System top leaders use to influence decisions 🧲Ways to shift from “information overload” to clear, confident recommendations that executives trust Press play to learn how to instantly elevate your executive presence by saying less—and influencing more. Your job is not to transfer knowledge. Your job… is to drive decisions. But not being seen at the level you know you’re capable of… This is exactly the gap we help leaders close. We help you in the Executive Presence Mastery System… So you stop communicating like a subject matter expert…And start showing up like a strategic leader. So if you’re ready to make that shift… Go to the link in the first paragraph of these show notes to book a call with Laura Camacho. Or book that call here. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. In today's episode, you're going to discover what one of the most legendary music producers in history understands about executive presence, clarity, and impact—something that most corporate leaders completely miss. Many high-performing professionals believe better communication means more slides, more explanation, and more detail. But in reality, senior leaders value something far simpler: clarity. In this episode, Laura reveals the counterintuitive communication philosophy used by legendary music producer Rick Rubin—and why the same principle can instantly elevate your presence in meetings, presentations, and strategic conversations. After listening to this episode, you’ll learn: 🧮How the “subtraction principle” used by elite music producers can dramatically strengthen your communication and executive presence 🧲 A simple three-sentence structure that makes your meeting updates stand out with senior leaders 🚛How removing unnecessary information from emails, presentations, and conversations can increase your authority and clarity Press play to discover the surprisingly simple communication shift that can instantly sharpen your executive presence and make your ideas land with more impact. 🚀 My favorite quote from Rick Rubin’s book: Look for what you notice but no one else sees. Because executive presence is not about filling the room with words. It's about making sure the right words land. If you want help developing that kind of communication clarity—the kind that gets attention from senior leaders and positions you for bigger opportunities—start by taking my Executive Presence Scorecard assessment by clicking the link in the 2nd paragraph of these show notes. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. Are you focusing so much on productivity and results that you’re unintentionally sabotaging your leadership success—and even your health? Many high-performing professionals believe success comes from checking off tasks, working faster, and staying constantly busy. But research shows that busyness without meaningful human connection leads to disengagement, loneliness, and stalled leadership growth. In this episode, leadership expert Dr. Michelle Johnston explains why the future of leadership isn’t about doing more—it’s about connecting more. By the end of this episode with stellar guest Dr. Michelle Johnston, you’ll know: 😩Why productivity alone leads to emptiness, burnout, and missed leadership opportunities 🎯 The powerful mindset shift that helps leaders gain visibility, trust, and influence 🚀 Practical ways to build stronger relationships and run more engaging meetings—even if you’re an introvert Press play to learn the leadership shifts that will help you build stronger relationships, gain influence, and lead with the human connection today’s workplace demands. So if you’re someone who’s doing great work, checking all the boxes, hitting your goals, and still wondering why you’re not getting the visibility or recognition you deserve… you’re not alone. Maybe you’ve been told you’re a high performer, but somehow you’re still not seen as leadership material. And that can be incredibly frustrating—because you’re working harder than ever, but it still feels like you’re being overlooked. That’s exactly why we created the Executive Presence Scorecard. You quickly see how others actually experience you as a leader—so you can identify the hidden gaps that might be holding back your influence, visibility, and next promotion. If you’re curious about where your executive presence really stands, just head to the 2nd paragraph of these show notes, click the link. It only takes a few minutes, and it could completely change how you show up as a leader. About our guest: Dr. Michelle K. Johnston is a passionate champion of connection-driven leadership. Recently featured on NBC News with Kate Snow, she is a best-selling author, top ten executive coach, podcast host, keynote speaker, and distinguished professor whose groundbreaking work is reshaping how leaders connect, communicate, and collaborate. Widely regarded as being at the forefront of the connection movement, Michelle has spent her career showing leaders how authentic relationships drive both engagement and results. She is the bestselling author of The Seismic Shift in You: The Seven Necessary Shifts to Create Connection and Drive Results, her newest book coauthored with Dr. Marshall Goldsmith. This powerful guide offers a transformative roadmap for leaders to reevaluate their perspective, priorities, meetings, and calendar to drive more meaningful results. Michelle serves as a distinguished professor of leadership at Loyola University New Orleans, holds a Ph.D. in Communication from Louisiana State University, and brings decades of insight to her coaching and keynotes. She also hosts The Seismic Shift podcast, ranked in the Top 10% of all podcasts globally, where she engages executives, authors, and thought leaders on the seismic shifts shaking up the way we work and the way we live. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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...

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. You’re already doing the executive job… setting strategy, leading people, carrying the pressure… but you’re still not in the executive suite. Many high-performing leaders work their way up inside an organization and eventually find themselves responsible for strategy, people, and major decisions. But despite carrying executive-level responsibility, they’re still stuck answering tactical questions, solving team problems, and defending their credibility in meetings. The frustrating reality? Promotions to the executive level don’t come from simply doing great work—they come from being seen as an executive in the moments that matter. By the end of this episode you’ll know: 🤪Why high-performing leaders often get trapped doing two jobs at once—strategist and executor 🔥The hidden perception problem that causes senior leaders and boards to overlook internal talent 🪝The critical mindset and leadership shift that helps directors and senior leaders step into executive roles Press play to discover the leadership shift that moves you from quietly doing executive work to being recognized as the executive in the room. 🚀 If you're listening to this and thinking: "This is exactly where I am right now." You're already carrying executive-level responsibility. You're already driving strategy. But something still isn’t connecting between where you are today… And that next level of leadership... That gap is exactly what I help directors and senior leaders close. Inside my Executive Presence Mastery program, we work on the four critical skills that move leaders into executive roles: • Speaking powerfully in high-stakes meetings • Influencing senior stakeholders • Leading teams without getting pulled into execution • And positioning yourself as the executive your organization needs If you're ready to stop doing the executive job quietly… And start being seen as the executive… Click the first link in these show notes and apply to work with me. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.

Click here if you’re a senior leader who’s ready to recalibrate how you’re perceived at the executive level — in the next 90–120 days. The Executive Presence Mastery System may be your logical next step. Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment. Why do some people instantly command attention in a meeting—even when they speak the least? Most professionals think influence comes from confidence, charisma, or speaking louder than everyone else. But neuroscience reveals something surprising: the real driver of influence is rhythm. In this episode, we explore the hidden psychological phenomenon called entrainment—and how leaders unconsciously control conversations by setting the emotional tempo of the room. By the end of this episode, you’ll know: 😍How the science of neural entrainment makes people naturally sync with a speaker’s rhythm and how that creates massive likability 🔎Why slowing down your speech can instantly increase executive presence and authority 🚀A simple technique you can use in your next meeting or conversation to control the room Listen now to discover how mastering conversational rhythm can make people naturally pay attention, trust you, and follow your lead. 🎙️ If this episode made you realize something — that influence isn’t just about what you say, but the rhythm and authority behind how you say it — then the next question becomes: How strong is your executive presence right now? Many high performers are already respected for their expertise, but they’re not always aware of the subtle behaviors that determine whether people lean in, synchronize with them, and follow their lead. That’s why I created the Executive Presence Scorecard. It’s a short assessment that evaluates how you show up in meetings, presentations, and leadership conversations. If you’d like that insight, go to the second paragraph of these show notes, click the link for the Executive Presence Scorecard, and take the assessment. It’s free and takes just a few minutes. To learn more visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New 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.