The Art of Speaking Up

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436 | How to lead confidently - even when things don’t go perfectly feat. Rosine Uwineza & Ritu Chhabriya Sep 22, 2026

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What if confidence isn’t about doing it perfectly, but instead about trusting yourself to handle what happens when things don’t go perfectly?

In today’s episode, I’m joined by two past Academy clients, Rosine and Ritu, for an honest conversation about perfectionism, the inner critic, and what it really takes to become a confident leader while being true to yourself.

We explore how to stop relying on external validation, recover more quickly when things don’t go perfectly, navigate conflict with greater confidence, and communicate from a place of clarity and self-trust.

If you’re ready to loosen your grip on perfection and feel more powerful in the high-stakes moments, this episode is for you.

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435 | From quiet to confident: wisdom for bringing your dreams to life (part 3: the power of GRIT) Sep 20, 2026

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What if no meeting, no tough stakeholder, and no hard question could shake your confidence? That's the power of GRIT. In this final episode of my series on bringing your dreams to life, I break down what grit is, why it's the key to the confident voice you desire, and how it turns the situations that used to rattle you into proof of how POWERFUL you are.

Let’s dive in!

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Email me: jessica@theartofspeakingup.com

Listen to the deep dive episode on The Academy:

SPOTIFY:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4J3Bi0ifmuImurHMAPQtMr?si=e65GBtlsQNi6Wz_-XC1ukg

APPLE:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ready-to-speak-like-a-powerful-leader-enrollment/id1436888741?i=1000789222606

434 | From quiet to confident: wisdom for bringing your dreams to life (part 2: you don’t need to rush) Sep 16, 2026

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Welcome to part two in my Wisdom for Bringing Your Dreams to Life series.

Today’s episode is counterintuitive: I’m going to argue that the best way to develop a confident voice is to do it slowly.

It’s totally normal to want to make progress quickly, but what we don’t realize is that rushing can sneakily sabotage us. The end result is ironic. Being in a rush causes you to grow more slowly.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why this happens and I’m suggesting a different approach to growth that involves less pressure and is way more effective.

I am so excited to walk you through this.

Apply to The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/

Email me: jessica@theartofspeakingup.com

Listen to the deep dive episode on The Academy:

SPOTIFY:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4J3Bi0ifmuImurHMAPQtMr?si=e65GBtlsQNi6Wz_-XC1ukg

APPLE:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ready-to-speak-like-a-powerful-leader-enrollment/id1436888741?i=1000789222606

433 | From quiet to confident: wisdom for bringing your dreams to life (part 1: dreaming big) Sep 14, 2026

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If you’ve ever dreamed of having a more confident voice - only to have a voice inside your head say:

“Don’t be silly - you’re not capable”

Then today’s episode is for you.

The truth is - if you struggle to DREAM big, you’ll struggle to ACHIEVE big. Being brave enough to own & declare your dreams is an un-skippable step in creating the change you desire. In part 1 of this 3 part series, I’m teaching you how to get really good at dreaming big so you can create the results you want in your career and life.

Apply to The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/

Email me: jessica@theartofspeakingup.com

Listen to the deep dive episode on The Academy:

SPOTIFY:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4J3Bi0ifmuImurHMAPQtMr?si=e65GBtlsQNi6Wz_-XC1ukg

APPLE:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ready-to-speak-like-a-powerful-leader-enrollment/id1436888741?i=1000789222606

Ready to speak like a powerful leader? Enrollment for The Art of Speaking Up Academy is open! Sep 12, 2026

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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 to know if this is the right next step for you.

To submit your application, go to:

https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/

If you have questions about the program, email me at jessica@theartofspeakingup.com and I'll circle back with you right away.

I can't wait to meet you inside the program!

432 | How to stay confident when the room feels intimidating: the 5 layer model of building confidence Sep 07, 2026

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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, lasting confidence

• Why your confidence disappears under pressure and the missing layers that are keeping you stuck

• How to speak with confidence in intimidating rooms by building the three foundational layers most people overlook

• The #1 most powerful layer for feeling more confident at work — and why it unlocks everything else

If you’re ready to build those deeper layers of confidence - stay tuned to hear more details about The Art of Speaking Up Academy coming later this week

431 | How to make speaking feel effortless: getting into a flow state Aug 31, 2026

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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 from attaining that flow state. In today's episode, I'm breaking down the three things that will help you get into a flow state when you're speaking — so that speaking feels as natural and effortless as driving a car or brushing your teeth.

To grab the free training, click here: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/ft-2026/

Learn about Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mihaly_Csikszentmihalyi

Work with me:

The Art of Speaking Up Academy:https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/

Private coaching: Email jessica@theartofspeakingup.com

430 | Speak confidently at work by mastering this one underrated skill Aug 24, 2026

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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 important thing you need. .

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why working on your speaking skills alone won't fix your confidence at work
The two-skill framework behind confident communication (and the one skill they forget to teach you)
The real reason you feel like you're "back at square one" after every hard meeting
How to speak confidently and feel unshakable even during the tough meetings

If you’re ready to unleash your biggest possible voice as a leader - this one’s for you.

Grab the free training -

Speak Like a Leader: 3 Steps to Communicating With Confidence, Clarity & Influence

https://jessguzikcoaching.com/ft-2026/

429 | The subtle but critical reputational shifts that get you ahead in corporate Aug 17, 2026

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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 ones get you ahead and which ones make it hard to break into leadership. If you’re hungry to rise up in the 9-5 world, you do not want to miss this one.

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428 | How to show up confident – even when the room feels challenging (feat. Danya Tesarski, Maya Phillips & Liz Everett) Aug 11, 2026

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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 happen to you professionally?

When you prove to yourself you can navigate those tough moments and speak with confidence - even though it felt hard - you build a deep sense of confidence that makes you feel unshakable as a leader.

Today’s episode is all about how to do that. Today I’m talking with 3 women who I worked with in The Art of Speaking Up Academy. You’re going to meet Maya, Danya, and Liz

Danya Tesarski is an experienced energy industry leader whose career spans engineering, project development, and asset management.

Maya Phillips is a strategy, growth, and transformation consultant who specializes in technology implementations at hospitals.

Elizabeth (Liz) Everett is a strategic healthcare leader passionate about developing talent, building meaningful partnerships, and creating innovative solutions that advance the future of pharmacy

Each of these women have gone on their own journey of building confidence so they can lead effectively in those challenging moments. You’ll hear the stories of how they grew their confidence, and their advice on how to push past the self-doubt so your voice as a leader.

Let’s dive in.

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