Executive Communications professional Joel is a most welcome returning guest to the Speak Up podcast. Astute listeners may recall that Joel shared useful tips about how to make a point in Episode 115: What’s Your Point? Building upon his point-making expertise, in this episode Joel takes you on the journey to speaking up as a leader who inspires and engages. ... Show More
Aug 18
448: These 7 Overthinking Behaviors Massively Undermine Your Executive Presence and Senior Leadership Visibility
To chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.Are you constantly second-guessing your words, replaying conversations, or obsessively rewriting emails before you hit send?This episode is for high-performing introverts and analytical ... Show More
11m 26s
Apr 2025
How to Be a Leader People Love to Follow
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a leader that people love to follow? This episode is for you! John C. Maxwell shares a lesson that will help you develop a culture where people feel valued, inspired, and empowered. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow sit down t ... Show More
38m 27s
Aug 2024
154. Rethinks: Communicating Better as a Leader
"In a leadership role, so much more of communication is about connecting with people, establishing shared humanity, motivating them, inspiring them, sometimes challenging them." On August 1, 2024, Jonathan D. Levin, the tenth dean of Stanford Graduate School of Business, was appo ... Show More
17m 34s
May 28
How to Be a Relatable Leader
The greatest way to identify with other people is to say, “I know what you’re going through.” In today’s episode, John C. Maxwell is sharing a lesson on how you can be a relatable leader for the people around you! After his lesson, Mark Cole and Chris Goede sit down to have a con ... Show More
37m 37s
Apr 2025
Chapter 1: The Charismatic Leader
When you meet a truly charismatic leader, you’ll notice one thing: they are focused on others, not themselves. In this episode, John Maxwell is sharing 3 ways you can develop your influence – and achieve significance – as you maintain your focus on others. After his lesson, Mark ... Show More
33m 49s
Nov 2024
How to Tackle Overtalking
A chief officer had known for years he was an over talker. His CEO, desperate for improvement, gave him a coach. This episode highlights their first coaching conversation.
Two mindsets from this episode:When you speak, have a destination in mind. Ask yourself: “What is my point ... Show More
22m 11s