Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style
Laura Camacho
đ Ranked #1 Business Communication Podcast by Million Podcasts
Do you often feel sidelined in discussions, wanting to speak up and have more influence?
Ever experience that you say something in a meeting and then it seems like people maybe are still not getting what youâre saying?
Do you need more executive presence in high stakes meetings?
Discover tactics to confidently assert yourself and make your ideas count on Speak Up, the podcast for high-performing introverts and ambiverts.
You'll learn:
1. Visibility Strategies from the art of persuasion, ensuring your voice is heard and respected in meetings and sought after for key projects
2. How to expand your influence, to reclaim your recognition, get green lights, and avoid your ideas being taken credit for by others
3. How to develop your confidence, to participate actively in senior leadership and executive meetings and beyond
Host Laura Camacho, with 20 years of coaching experience, guides high-performing professionals to express their ideas clearly and build executive presence.
Tune in every Monday for a 10-minute executive communication skill, Wednesdays for a half-hour industry leader interview, and Fridays for a 8 to 10-minute charisma or leadership tip from leading personalities like JK Rowling and Elon Musk.
If you're ready to move forward in your career, listen to Speak Up episode 390: These 12 Science-Backed Charisma Tactics Skyrocket Executive Presence & Leadership Impact: https://pod.fo/e/2c2b5e
Do you often feel sidelined in discussions, wanting to speak up and have more influence?
Ever experience that you say something in a meeting and then it seems like people maybe are still not getting what youâre saying?
Do you need more executive presence in high stakes meetings?
Discover tactics to confidently assert yourself and make your ideas count on Speak Up, the podcast for high-performing introverts and ambiverts.
You'll learn:
1. Visibility Strategies from the art of persuasion, ensuring your voice is heard and respected in meetings and sought after for key projects
2. How to expand your influence, to reclaim your recognition, get green lights, and avoid your ideas being taken credit for by others
3. How to develop your confidence, to participate actively in senior leadership and executive meetings and beyond
Host Laura Camacho, with 20 years of coaching experience, guides high-performing professionals to express their ideas clearly and build executive presence.
Tune in every Monday for a 10-minute executive communication skill, Wednesdays for a half-hour industry leader interview, and Fridays for a 8 to 10-minute charisma or leadership tip from leading personalities like JK Rowling and Elon Musk.
If you're ready to move forward in your career, listen to Speak Up episode 390: These 12 Science-Backed Charisma Tactics Skyrocket Executive Presence & Leadership Impact: https://pod.fo/e/2c2b5e
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Jan 2, 2026 ⢠4min
512: The Surprising 3-P Practice A-List Leaders Use to Stay Calm and In Control Every Time - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 9
To see if Lauraâs Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. đ Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas⌠where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 5 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 9.Before any meeting, conversation, or presentation, take nine minutes to, get clear on: 1ď¸âŁ Point â What is the one thing they need to understand 2ď¸âŁ Purpose â Why does it matter? 3ď¸âŁ Presence â Whatâs a word that describes how YOU want to show up (calm, excited, convincedâŚ)⨠Preparation is presence in advance.đ Tomorrowâs gift is about being more magnetic.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.
Jan 1, 2026 ⢠5min
511: The Executive Presence Voice Practice That Makes People Believe, Trust, and Remember What You Say - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 8
To see if Lauraâs Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. Happy New Year and this is đ Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas⌠where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 5 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 8.Your voice tells people whether they should trust you, follow you, or question you â before your message is even processed.Because executive presence isnât just what you say. Itâs how you resonate.đ Tomorrowâs gift: The unexpected practice so you speak well off the cuffTo 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.
Dec 31, 2025 ⢠3min
510: How 7 Seconds Before a Meeting Can Change How People Perceive Your Leadership - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 7
To see if Lauraâs Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. đ Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas⌠where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 5 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 7.Hereâs a truth every executive knows:People make decisions about your competence before they hear a single word.This tiny reset sends massive signals about your leadership: 𧹠Stability đŞ Confidence without performance đŁ Authority without volume đ A calm presence people trust immediately⨠Own the room before you open your mouth.đ Tomorrowâs gift is about finding your best voiceTo 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.
Dec 30, 2025 ⢠3min
509: For Those Who Hate Small Talk Learn This Is the Real Secret to Conversational Executive Presence - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 6
To see if Lauraâs Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. đ Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas⌠where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 5 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 6.Thereâs a pervasive myth in business communication: that magnetic people are the best talkers.But the leaders who draw others in the fastest do something very different â they make other people feel interesting.And the fastest way to do that is with strategic curiosity.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.
Dec 29, 2025 ⢠4min
508: The 5 Words of Appreciation that Build Loyalty to Your Leadership - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 5
To see if Lauraâs Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. đ Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas⌠where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 5 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 5.Hereâs something many smart professionals miss:Competence will get you respect, but appreciation earns you loyalty.Sincere words of appreciation appreciation have this impact on others: đ§ People feel seen, not judged â¤ď¸ Relationships deepen without effort đ Performance improves without pressureThis simple sentence turns you into the kind of leader people want to support, collaborate with, and go the extra mile for.đ Tomorrowâs gift is how to leverage your innate curiosity to be your holiday superpower.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.
Dec 28, 2025 ⢠3min
507: The 4 Responses that Signal Youâre a True Leader, Not a Reactor - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 4
To see if Lauraâs Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.đ Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas⌠where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 6 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 4.Hereâs a subtle secret of executive presence:Language shapes perception.And small wording choices reveal whether youâre a reactor or a leader.đ Tomorrow we unwrap Five words of appreciation that build loyalty.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.
Dec 27, 2025 ⢠3min
506: Why THIS Strategic Omission Is Your Ultimate Confidence and Anti-Rambling Weapon - The 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Series Day 3
To see if Lauraâs Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.đ Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas⌠where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 6 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 3.Hereâs something most people never notice: the leaders you admire donât rush their words. They let silence work for them. Just three seconds does four things for you instantly: đ§ Clarity â you choose your words instead of reacting 𪜠Composure â you sound confident instead of frantic đ Authority â people lean in because youâre intentional đ Memorability â your words land with weightTo 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.
Dec 26, 2025 ⢠3min
505: The Fastest Way to Look More Executive â Without Saying a Word - The 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Series
To see if Lauraâs Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.đ Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas⌠where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 6 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 2.Your eyes speak before your words do, so the question is: what exactly should they say?Todayâs micro-moment builds:đ¤ Instant rapportđ Subconscious trustđ A memorable presence that doesnât need to perform⨠Two seconds of authentic eye contact can create a reputation that lasts years. Tomorrow weâll unwrap another simple behavior you can use at dinner tables, office parties, team meetings, or your next big presentation.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.
Dec 25, 2025 ⢠3min
504: The Hidden Trust Signal That Builds Executive Presence Faster Than Competence Ever Will: Day 1 in the 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Series
To see if Lauraâs Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.đ Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas⌠where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 6 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 1.So if youâre ready to stop blending in and start standing out⌠letâs unwrap your first gift.Todayâs gift is small, but it instantly elevates how you are perceived in conversations, meetings, and holiday gatherings:What you do with your phone.⨠True presence is undivided attention â and attention builds trust faster than talent. Have a blessed day and tomorrow weâll unwrap another simple behavior you can use at dinner tables, office parties, team meetings, or your next big presentation.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.
Dec 24, 2025 ⢠24min
503: Why Power Poses and Tiny Gestures Change Your Brain Chemistry & Elevate Your Executive Presence
Dr. Stephen Furlich, an associate professor and author of Nonverbal Epiphany, dives into the powerful world of body language. He reveals how power poses and posture can alter brain chemistry and perceptions of confidence. Discover the art of reading vulnerability through body cues and learn to detect deception with clever eye contact strategies. Furlich also shares practical tips on gestures and movement to elevate your presence, ensuring you command attention in any room. Uncover the science behind how gestures influence persuasion and rapport-building!
