The Art of Speaking Up

78 | How to know when you should share your idea at work + anti-racism update

Anti-racism resources:

That’s Not How That Works Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thats-not-how-that-works/id1358150402

 

Weeze’s Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Course: https://www.accordingtoweeze.com/crashcourse

 

Weeze’s monthly programs (lower price point): https://accordingtoweeze.podia.com/weeze

 

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Welcome to the show!  Today’s episode is all about when to speak up, and the advice I’m sharing is intended to help you:

 

• Know how to decide if you should share your ideas at work
• Step up as a leader
• Catalyze change in your organization or across your team, and
• Build your confidence & effectiveness at work.

 

The skills I’m explaining in this episode will benefit you for the rest of your career if you are courageous enough to apply them. 

 

It would mean so much if you could share your feedback on this episode.  Please feel free to reach out on:

 

Instagram: @theartofspeakingup

 

Email: Jessica@theartofspeakingup.com

 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theartofspeakingup/

 

Sending so much love,

 

Jess

 

 

77 | “What if my question is stupid?” - How smart people voice their questions

Welcome to the show!  Today’s episode is for you if you have ever found yourself feeling confused, but have been afraid to speak up and ask a question to clarify the thing you’re confused about.

 

If this is you – don’t worry – this is completely normal (I’ve been there), and there is nothing wrong with you. 

 

However, I want to empower you to feel confident asking the questions you need to ask, because ultimately, this is a skill that will grow your confidence and prepare you to become a confident, powerful leader.

 

I hope you enjoy this episode!  Please reach out to me, and come say hi in the Facebook group!

 

Email: Jessica@theartofspeakingup.com

 

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theartofspeakingup/

 

Sending so much love,

 

Jess

76 | Resilience, inner strength, and overcoming workplace obstacles: 5 Black female perspectives

This week on the show, I’m highlighting the voices and perspectives of 5 interviewees who have opened up about challenges they’ve overcome as Black women in the workplace.

 

You’ll hear about what they’ve encountered professionally, how they’ve tapped into their inner wisdom and resilience to show up powerfully, and what they’ve learned along the way. 

 

I encourage you to check out their full episodes, and support their work – check out the links for each interviewee below:

 

Petal Modeste

Parenting for the Future Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parenting-for-the-future/id1481728272

Full Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/54-finding-confidence-to-face-overcome-your-professional/id1436888741?i=1000455254536

 

Nikki, found of The Corporate Melanin Millenial

Nikki’s Website: https://corporatemelaninmillennial.com/

Nikki's article on microaggressions: https://corporatemelaninmillennial.com/microaggressions/

Full Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/59-job-searching-mindset-fear-salary-negotiation-discomfort/id1436888741?i=1000459044656

 

Marissa Germain, Founder of Reedoe

Marissa’s Website: https://reedoeapp.com/

Full Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/52-embracing-discomfort-professional-growth-learning/id1436888741?i=1000453417605

 

Asari Aniagolu

Full Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/29-mentors-perfectionism-introvert-friendly-networking/id1436888741?i=1000434931440

 

Lotasha Thomas

Lotasha’s Website: https://myfinancesmatter.com/

Full Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/25-step-back-see-bigger-picture-your-career-so-you/id1436888741?i=1000432142024

 

 

Want to reach out?  Just email me at jessica@theartofspeakingup.com

 

Thank you so much for tuning in.  Sending love to all, and of course, Black Lives Matter.

 

Love,

 

Jess

75 | Checking in // Black Lives Matter

Anti-racism,  racial justice, & diversity & inclusion resources:

 

 

The Trill MBA Show by Felicia Ann Rose Enuha

Corporate America Hates Black Women: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/corporate-america-hates-black-women/id1361878040?i=1000408270366

Silence is Not an Option: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silence-is-not-an-option-blm/id1361878040?i=1000477114854

 

 

NPR’s Code Switch, Hosted by Gene Demby and Shereen Marisol Meraji

A Decade of Watching Black People Die: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-decade-of-watching-black-people-die/id1112190608?i=1000476242095

 

 

Therapy for Black Girls by Joy Harden Bradford

The Impact of Racial Trauma: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/session-134-the-impact-of-racial-trauma/id1223803641?i=1000458623895

 

 

How to Be Anti-Racist by Ibram X. Kendi

https://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Antiracist-Ibram-Kendi/dp/0525509283

 

 

What If I Say the Wrong Thing?  By Vernã Myers

https://www.amazon.com/What-Say-Wrong-Thing-Culturally/dp/1614389713

 

 

Parenting For the Future by Petal Modeste

Overcoming Racial Bias: A conversation with Vernã Meyers: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overcoming-racial-bias-a-conversation-with-vern%C3%A3-meyers/id1481728272?i=1000470348089

 

And to reach out to me:

Email: jessica@theartofspeakingup.com

Instagram: @theartofspeakingup

 

Sending so much love,

 

Jess

74 | How to feel better by managing your thoughts with Erin Foley

Today we are back with PART 2 of my discussion with the incredible Erin Foley.  She’s a ninja-level mindset coach who has deep experience working with women who are struggling with mindset at work.  If you are looking to shed your insecurities and build confidence, this conversation will be perfect for you.

 

In this conversation, you’ll hear us chat about:

 

• How our thoughts influence our behaviors
• How to feel better by managing our own thoughts
• Sitting at the back of the room in meetings
• Negotiating for a raise with a scarcity vs. an abundance mindset
• Building courage
• How to approach taking risks
• How to push yourself to do scary things
• Feeling like you’re behind in your career
• Why negative career experiences aren’t 100% bad
• Tactical steps for advancing your career

 

And much more!

 

Be sure to check out Erin’s website, where you can get her free guide: https://www.erinmfoley.com/

 

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As always, thank you for tuning in, and have a great day!

<3

Jess

73 | Letting go of worry and choosing the path of confidence & inner peace with Erin Foley

Welcome to the show!  I am so pumped about today’s episode, because I am speaking with Erin Foley, a guest who has been a listener favorite!

 

Erin Foley is a mindset coach who specializes in helping women with their mindset at work.  If you struggle with confidence, worry, negative thoughts, and any sort of struggle – her advice will resonate with you on a deep level.

 

In this interview, you’ll hear us talk about:

 

• Erin’s advice and insights around fear and worry
• The brain’s bias towards negativity
• Why feedback can feel so scary
• Why new projects, jobs, & situations can trigger a crisis of confidence
• How we can feel better by becoming aware of and managing our thoughts
• Why mindset is just as important as career strategy
• How mindset issues evolve as we grow and develop
• Worrying about what other people think
• Getting unstuck from negative thought loops
• How mindset relates to burnout and exhaustion

 

And so much more!

 

Be sure to check out Erin’s website, where you can get her free guide: https://www.erinmfoley.com/

 

To join the facebook group, click here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theartofspeakingup/

To sign up for the Art of Speaking Up email newsletter, click here: https://theartofspeakingup.activehosted.com/f/4 , and

As always, thank you for tuning in, and have a great day!

<3

Jess

72 | How to speak up confidently at work

Welcome to the show!!!  Can you tell that I’m a bit overexcited about today’s episode?  Well, that’s because we’re combining two of my absolute favorite topics: building confidence, and having FUN!

 

Today’s episode is perfect for anyone who wants to evolve into a CONFIDENT speaker at work.  In this episode, I walk you through how to determine your AUTHENTIC confident voice – what it sounds like & feels like – and then how to tap into it at work!

 

I also walk you through an exercise that you can do at home to start getting comfortable using your body to express confidence.  To see me doing the exercise, head to the facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theartofspeakingup/

 

And for reference, the exercise ‘walks’ (this will make sense after you listen) are:

 

1. Across the room
2. Across the room to a specific point
3. Happy
4. Eager
5. Confident

 

I hope you have fun playing around with this!  Let me know how it goes – the best way to reach out is via Instagram at @theartofspeakingup

 

Hope you’re doing so so well

 

Love,

 

Jess

71 | From struggle to rock solid confidence, how to get noticed, compensation as an exec + more with Amelia Anderson

Welcome to the show and to Season 4!  It’s great to be back, and I’m so excited to kick off today’s episode with a very special conversation that features Amelia Anderson, who built a successful corporate career rising to exec levels, and later transitioned to focusing her career solely on helping other women advance professionally. 

 

In this conversation, Amelia shares very real & raw advice on how to advance professionally without losing touch with your authentic self.  In this conversation, we dive deep on a long list of topics, including:

 

• Amelia’s career, and how she successfully rose up to become the Managing Director, Assistant Treasurer of American Airlines
• Amelia’s journey to founding her non-profit, Advancing Women in Aviation Roundtable
• Why Amelia is passionate about supporting women professionally
• How Amelia built confidence after struggling with confidence early in her career
• The struggle between showing up powerfully vs. showing up authentically
• How to prepare for meetings & get noticed by those around you
• Why it’s important to ask questions (and not be afraid of stupid questions)
• How compensation changes at execute levels
• What Amelia sees many professional women struggling with

 

And so much more! 

 

Check out Amelia’s nonprofit here: https://www.awarglobal.com/about/

 

And be sure to leave a review of the show in Apple podcasts if you’ve been enjoying it. 

 

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I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.  As always, thank you for tuning in, and have a great day!

<3

Jess

70 | My first run-in with impostor syndrome + achieve your FULL potential & do not hold yourself back

Today’s episode is a dose of motivation for anyone who is struggling with self doubt.  I want you to know that you have the power to decide to show up bigger in your career, should you desire something more.

 

To get a copy of my morning journaling exercise to help decrease stress & overwhelm in the morning before work, write a review for the show (or leave a rating) and email me at jessica@theartofspeakingup.com and just let me know you’ve rated the show.

 

 

If you enjoyed this episode, come say hi in the Facebook group!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/theartofspeakingup/

 

 

I cannot WAIT to catch you in Season 4!!!

 

Big love,

 

Jess

69 | How to speak to yourself kindly during moments of uncertainty and fear

In light of the difficult global circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 crisis, I wanted to share an episode on how to speak to yourself kindly during moments of uncertainty and fear.

If you're looking to give back or do a kind deed to help those who are impacted by COVID-19, please consider making a donation to Food on Foot, a local Los Angeles non-profit that helps provide housing and employment to the homeless population of Los Angeles.  Many of those who were previously homeless have lost their jobs and are at high risk of becoming homeless again.  These dollars can literally help change the trajectory of someone's life with just the click of a 'donate' button:

 

https://www.classy.org/give/193608/#!/donation/checkout

 

Please take extra good care of yourself during this time

 

<3,

 

Jess