The Art of Speaking Up

369 | How to be assertive without being aggressive: 3 approaches you haven't heard before

Want to be assertive without being aggressive or stepping on people’s toes?

Today’s episode will show you how.

I’m sharing a powerful epiphany I had during my corporate career that helped me develop an assertive voice without sacrificing my warm, collaborative personality. If you’re someone who leads with empathy and cares deeply about being a positive force in the room, the insights I’m sharing today will resonate with you—and help you step into leadership in a way that feels fully authentic.

Thank you so much for tuning in!

Links mentioned:

Grab the free ebook:
https://www.assertivenessebook.com/

Join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Academy:
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Reach out: jessica@theartofspeakingup.com

Catch you next week!

368 | Building real confidence: why is it harder than it looks?

If you’re feeling stuck in your confidence journey, this episode is for you.

Today, I’m revealing the number one hidden obstacle that makes it hard to build true, lasting confidence. And more importantly, I’m walking you through three powerful shifts that will help you move past it.

As your confidence grows, you’ll find your voice at work, step into thought leadership, and begin carving the career path you truly desire.

I’m so excited for you to uncover the tools that will help you get there, so let's dive in!

To join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Academy, head here:

https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy

And as always—thank you so much for listening ❤️

367 | How to present your work to executives: a simple framework for beginners

If you’ve ever been asked to present your work to an executive audience and thought, “where do I even start?”- this episode is for you. Today I’m teaching you a simple, easy-to-use framework for structuring your message so it’s clear, compelling, and executive-friendly. If you're ready to wow your audience and seize that next visibility opportunity you get - then let's dive in. To join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Academy, head here:

 

https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy

366 | How to shed the self-doubt and build deep confidence feat. Sarah Robbins, Jane Chan, & Colette Moss

If you’ve ever doubted yourself in a meeting, struggled to speak up, or questioned whether you’re really leadership material…then today's episode is for you.

Today I’m talking with three incredible alumsof The Art of Speaking Up Academy: Colette Moss, Sarah Robbins, and Jane Chan. In this honest yet inspirational conversation, they're opening up about how they’ve built deep, lasting confidence from the inside out (without requiring themselves to be perfect or holding unrealistic standards).

In this episode, we explore what it actually looks like to shed self-doubt and build the kind of confidence that sticks. You’ll hear us talk about:

-What to do when your inner critic takes over at work
-How to sound confident (even if you feel intimidated)
-The surprising truth about executive presence
-How to build confidence in small, sustainable steps
-How to be seen as leadership materials

...and so much more.

These are real stories from real women—and I’m so excited to share them with you.

A huge thank you to Colette, Sarah, and Jane for being so open and bold in this conversation.

To join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Academy, head here:

https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy

And as always—thank you so much for listening ❤️

365 | Assertiveness does NOT have to be aggressive (ever!!!) - here's why

So many people get stuck when it comes to assertive communication. They feel torn between their desire to be more assertive and their desire to remain true to their authentic personality.

The good news is, you can be assertive WITHOUT sacrificing your authenticity and WITHOUT being aggressive. In fact - being aggressive makes assertiveness far less effective.

In today's episode, I'm explaining why and teaching you a framework for assertiveness that will help you be firm and powerful but also super collaborative and authentic. I think you're going to love it.

To grab the free assertiveness ebook, click here:
https://www.assertivenessebook.com/


To work with me, join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Academy:
https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/

364 | 4 reasons you struggle to speak up (& how to evolve past them)

If you’ve ever wondered why speaking up feels so hard, today's episode will give you the answers you've been looking for. Today I’m breaking down the four root causes that keep so many brilliant women stuck, and showing you exactly what needs to shift so you can start using your voice with confidence, clarity, and power. If you’re ready for insight, motivation, and practical next steps, then this one's for you.  

To join the waitlist for my signature program, The Art of Speaking Up Academy, click here:

https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/

363 | 5 must-know phrases that'll help you command respect when you speak

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https://jessguzikcoaching.com/phrases/


If you're wanting to finally be respected and taken seriously as a leader - today's episode is for you. Today I'm sharing 5 phrases you can memorize and begin using right away to gain credibility when you speak at work. Think of these as magic phrases that'll create instant authority and position you as a capable leader when you speak. Best of all? These phrases are designed to feel easy, authentic, and natural to your unique personality.

If you loved today's episode, share it with a friend or coworker who's also working on their professional development. If you've shared the show please let me know (my IG is @theartofspeakingup.com) so I can personally thank you.

Wishing you an AMAZING day and week,

-Jess

362 | Building the confidence you need to step into your next level as a leader feat. Kim Lehman & Leigh Katcher

If you've been battling impostor syndrome and wishing you felt more confident as a leader - I think you're going to love today's episode.

Today I'm interviewing two alums of my latest group program, The Leadership Lab, where I support my clients in overcoming impostor syndrome and building standout leadership capabilities.

In today's interview, you'll hear us talk about how to overcome impostor syndrome, how to build genuine confidence in your abilities as a leader, and how to uplevel your leadership game WITHOUT having to be perfect at everything (because truly, you don't have to be).

A BIG thank you to Kim and Leigh for so powerfully sharing their journeys in this interview.

To make sure you find out about the next cohort of The Leadership Lab, click here to join the waitlist:
https://jessguzikcoaching.com/leadership/

And thank you SO much for tuning in!

361 | How to be seen as leadership-ready (& get the promotion you deserve)

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Join the waitlist for The Art of Speaking Up Academy: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/academy/ 

Do you wish your hard work was translating into real promotions and bigger leadership opportunities? In this episode, I’m teaching you how to shift from overworking to being seen as true leadership material so you can land the promotion of your dreams. If you're ready to stop stagnating and start stepping into your full potential - you don't want to miss this one.

 

360 | How to be taken seriously when you speak: 3 beginner-friendly communication tips

If you’ve ever felt frustrated because it seems like people aren’t listening when you speak, this episode is for you.

Whether you’re sharing an idea, giving an update, or making a recommendation — the way you speak sends tiny signals to your audience about how credible and trustworthy you are as a leader.

When you send the right signals, your audience starts listening more closely, respecting your voice, and taking you more seriously.

The good news? You don’t need to be a super advanced or polished speaker to do this.

In today’s episode, I’m teaching you three easy, beginner-friendly shifts you can make in the way you communicate that will help you sound more credible, more confident, and more leader-like the next time you speak up.

Once you learn these, you won’t go back to your old way of communicating — they’re that powerful.

Grab the free Bias to Action worksheet here:
https://jessguzikcoaching.com/biastoaction/