The Art of Speaking Up

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/

 

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://jessguzikcoaching.com/newsletter/  , and

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://jessguzikcoaching.com/newsletter/  , 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. 

 

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://jessguzikcoaching.com/newsletter/  , and

Submit a listener question here: https://forms.gle/bBSku5XovS7VWLW49

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

68 | How do I confidently position myself for a role that doesn’t 100% match my experience? (Listener Q&A)

Welcome to the show!  In today’s bonus episode, you will be hearing from my Season 3 guests as they answer a listener question on how to pursue a role that isn’t a perfect fit with your existing skills.  You’ll hear us chat about confidence, inner and outer career narratives, resumes, and so much more!

 

Be sure to check out my full length interviews with the guests you’re hearing in this bonus episode – their interviews are linked below.

 

And, to submit a listener question anonymously, click here:  https://forms.gle/bBSku5XovS7VWLW49

 

Guest interviews:

 

Amy Giddon, Founder of The Daily Haloha: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/64-authenticity-at-work-genuine-confidence-vs-addiction/id1436888741?i=1000461654081

 

Nikki aka the Corporate Melanin Millennial: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/59-job-searching-mindset-fear-salary-negotiation-discomfort/id1436888741?i=1000459044656

 

Michelle Gomez, Career Coach: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/57-finding-courage-to-show-up-boldly-when-fear-self/id1436888741?i=1000457076717

 

As always, thanks for tuning in and have a wonderful day!

 

<3

Jess

67 | The moment of dread before you introduce yourself to the room: a story of struggle (season 3 finale)

Welcome to the final episode of Season 3!  If you have struggled with fear, dread, or anxiety at the thought of confidently speaking up and introducing yourself to a room full of colleagues, then today’s episode is for you.

 

Today I am reading a personal essay that I wrote about my fear of introducing myself to large groups of people.  I am writing about my own experience in the hopes that my story can be used as a vehicle to help you find self-love in spite of your fear, and eventually find the courage to make peace with your fear and speak up boldly in any situation.

 

This episode was a vulnerable share for me, so if you enjoyed it, it would mean so much to me if you could share your feedback in Apple Podcasts.

I’d love to hear from you also – so please send me a DM on Instagram at @theartofspeakingup

 

If you’re looking for community, be sure to join the facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theartofspeakingup/

 

I hope you’re having a fabulous week.  And if you ever feel afraid to introduce yourself to a large group of people, please remember that your levels of courage are only limited by the decisions that you are willing to make, moment to moment to moment.

 

Be patient, because change takes time, but also be willing to believe in change and bet on yourself.

 

All my love,

 

Jess