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The Art of Speaking Up is a podcast that empowers professional women to achieve their wildest career goals by helping them strengthen their voices and find their inner power. The show aims to motivate, entertain, and remind working women that no matter what they might be struggling with, anything is possible for them in their careers. In addition to providing strengths-based professional empowerment, the show curates practical career advice on topics like career advancement, goal setting, job searching, stress management, salary negotiation and more.
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May 5, 2026
May 5, 2026
21 min
If you've been working hard to build confidence at work – studying, preparing, accumulating wins — but still feel like something is missing, this episode is for you.
The real foundation of confidence isn't skills or accomplishments - it’s something much deeper. In today’s episode, I’m explaining what this missing ingredient is, and why high achievers often struggle with it.
If this episode resonated with you, learn more about working with me below:
Private Coaching: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/coaching/
The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/
Apr 28, 2026
Apr 28, 2026
14 min
Want to sound more confident, credible, and authoritative when you speak at work?
In this episode, I’m breaking down a simple but powerful communication framework called the three-party triangle - a tool that will instantly elevate how you come across in meetings, presentations, and high-stakes conversations.
Most professionals focus only on the topic they’re speaking about. But if you want to build executive presence and be seen as a leader, you need to do more than just share information.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How to communicate with more authority at work
- How to position your ideas strategically
- How to get recognition for your work (without feeling awkward or “braggy”)
- How to speak with confidence in meetings and leadership settings
- A simple framework to improve executive communication instantly
If you’ve ever felt overlooked, struggled to speak up, or wanted to sound more confident and impactful in your role – this will give you a clear, practical way to do it.
Download the free Bias to Action Worksheet (linked below) to start leading meetings more confidently:
Apr 20, 2026
Apr 20, 2026
10 min
Getting talked over at work puts you in a lose-lose situation – stay quiet and lose your chance to speak, or talk back over them and risk looking difficult.
In this episode, I'm teaching you a three-step approach that helps you take back the floor after someone interrupts you, without coming across as aggressive or confrontational.
You'll learn:
- How to use persuasion techniques to take back the floor
- The exact pivot phrase to use when redirecting the conversation back to your topic
- How to re-engage the room emotionally so your return to the floor feels seamless (& not awkward)
- The one question to ask yourself before any meeting where you'll be presenting or giving an update
Free resource: Grab my free PDF — Five Phrases to Help You Sound Like a Leader:
Apr 13, 2026
Apr 13, 2026
10 min
Rambling when you speak can feel frustrating. You start talking, you lose your train of thought, and suddenly you’re going in circles.
In this episode, I’m going to show you exactly how to stop rambling and start articulating your thoughts clearly using a simple structure I call the sandwich method.
This is one of the easiest ways to sound more confident, more organized, and more polished when you speak – especially in meetings, presentations, or high-stakes conversations at work.
Inside this video, you’ll learn:
- How to use the sandwich method for clear, structured communication
- How to organize your thoughts quickly so you sound confident
- A simple trick to make your ideas sound more compelling and polished
- How to give clear, concise updates without over-explaining
If you’ve ever struggled with overexplaining or feeling like you’re not coming across clearly – this episode is for you.
And the best part is: you don’t need to be perfectly prepared. This method works in real time, even when you’re thinking on your feet.
Free resource:
I created a free worksheet: 5 Phrases That Will Help You Sound Like a Leader
Download it here → https://jessguzikcoaching.com/phrases/
Apr 11, 2026
Apr 11, 2026
14 min
Are you working hard but not getting the recognition you deserve? Do you feel like you could be making a bigger impact? If so - today’s episode is for you. Today, I’m sharing an empowering framework to help you grow your impact and get recognized for the talents you bring as a leader.
Enrollment for The Art of Speaking Up Academy is open through Monday April 13th, apply here: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/
Have questions? Feel free to shoot me a note at jessica@theartofspeakingup.com
Apr 9, 2026
Apr 9, 2026
11 min
If you’ve ever stepped into a bigger project or new role that required you to lead in bigger rooms - today’s episode is for you. These situations can cause you to spiral - you feel out of your element, you struggle to show up confidently, and you leave wondering if you even have that leadership capability in you.
The good news? You’re absolutely not stuck, and in today’s episode I’m explaining how to thrive in these challenging, transitional situations. If you’re ready to go from feeling stuck to feeling empowered - you don’t want to miss this one.
Apply to The Art of Speaking Up Academy:
https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/
Have a question or two? Feel free to email me at jessica@theartofspeakingup.com
Apr 7, 2026
Apr 7, 2026
23 min
Do you want to stop holding yourself back and start speaking up more frequently (and confidently) at work?
If you’ve been prepping what to say and learning communication frameworks - only to continue feeling intimidated when the spotlight’s on you - then you must listen to today’s episode.
Today I’m explaining why you keep getting stuck, and teaching you one subtle but wildly effective shift to help you develop a confident voice that grows your impact and furthers your career path.
Enrollment for The Art of Speaking Up Academy is open - click here to apply:
https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/
Apr 6, 2026
Apr 6, 2026
41 min
The Art of Speaking Up Academy is officially open for enrollment from 4/6-4/13!
I am SO excited to welcome you into this program and help you uncover just how powerful your voice truly is.
In this bonus episode, I'm giving you a deep dive into the program: who it's for, what you get inside, and how it'll help you develop a confident voice as a leader.
Enrollment is open - click here to apply:
https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/
If you have questions, feel free to reach out to me at jessica@theartofspeakingup.com
I cannot WAIT to meet you inside!
-Jess
Apr 2, 2026
Apr 2, 2026
9 min
If you’re wanting to have a bigger, bolder voice in the room at work - welcome to the own the room mini series!
In this mini series, I’m sharing powerful mindset shifts that will help you go from quiet & overthinking, to taking up space fearlessly.
Today’s installment of the series will help you walk into that room as the strongest, most determined version of yourself. This episode is designed to be a potent jolt of motivation, so you don’t want to skip it.
Enrollment for The Art of Speaking Up Academy opens Monday, April 6th. Click here to learn more and apply: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/
Mar 31, 2026
Mar 31, 2026
26 min
That confident voice you desire won’t come from getting the words perfect, or being perfectly prepped for your next meeting - instead, it’ll come from being so internally strong that those high-pressure moments can’t shake you.
Today, I’m sharing 7 lessons to help you build the internal strength you need to develop a voice that’s unstoppable. If you’ve been wanting to speak up more and grow your impact in the room - you don’t want to skip this one.
Enrollment for The Art of Speaking Up Academy opens Monday, April 6th! Join the waitlist here: