Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style

• 479: Why Being the Smartest Person in the Room Won’t Get You to Senior Leadership Without THIS

  To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Are you a high-performing leader frustrated that you're not being recognized—or promoted—despite doing everything “right”? In this episode, Jimmy Burrows—ex-British Army officer and performance leadership consultant—dives deep into why smart, capable professionals often stall at mid-management and what communication habits are sabotaging their leadership impact. If you’ve ever felt stuck, undervalued, or unsure how to truly show up as a leader, this conversation is a must-listen.By the end of today’s conversation with Jimmy you’ll know:🚀 The 3 invisible communication barriers even high performers face—and how to eliminate them🎯The “Simplify to Amplify” method that’s been shown to boost team performance by 40%🧲Game-changing scripts and leadership frameworks to build trust, clarity, and strategic influence—even if you're introvertedThis episode is a roadmap for anyone feeling "stuck despite doing everything right"—it's not about working harder, but communicating smarter to unlock promotions and respect. If it resonates, definitely hit play for the full scripts and stories from Jimmy's Army-to-boardroom journey.If you’ve been promoted into leadership and suddenly feel like you’re carrying your old “manager backpack” full of outdated habits — juggling too much, solving problems instead of leading through others, and wondering why you’re not being seen as “executive-ready” — this episode should be your wake-up call.That’s exactly why we created the Executive Presence Scorecard — to help leaders like you identify which old skills to let go of, and which new leadership behaviors to develop to step confidently into that next-level role.So if you’re serious about upgrading your leadership operating system, email me [email protected] with “score” in the subject line and I’ll send you access to the Scorecard.About our guest:Jimmy Burroughes is a global leadership expert who transforms how leaders and teams operate in high-pressure environments. His journey from British Military Officer to renowned consultant uncovered a pivotal insight: traditional leadership approaches often breed burnout while undermining sustainable success. To address this, he founded JBL High Performance, empowering leaders to escape the cycle of endless firefighting and deliver exceptional results without exhaustion. As the author of Beat Burnout – Ignite Performance and Escape the Multitasking Trap, Burroughes has crafted methodologies that elevate leadership effectiveness across Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups, fusing military precision with cutting-edge corporate strategies that teams can apply right away.What distinguishes Burroughes' programs is their unwavering practicality—he doesn't merely impart concepts but weaves them seamlessly into a team's everyday workflows. His no-nonsense facilitation style merges captivating storytelling with proven, battle-hardened techniques to foster trust, enhance alignment, and sharpen clarity among participants. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and...

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• 478: The Perfectionism Trap That’s Quietly Quashing Your Executive Presence and Leadership Reputation

  To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Perfectionism may make you admired… but it also makes you overlooked.In today’s episode, we’re unpacking how perfectionism quietly sabotages your executive presence—and what to do instead so people finally see you as leadership material.In today’s episode of Speak Up, we unpack how perfectionism—despite being praised—may be the silent career killer that's keeping you stuck. If you're a high-achieving introvert who's constantly striving to prove your worth with flawless work, this episode reveals why that very habit might be making you invisible to decision-makers.By the end of this episode, you’ll know:1️⃣ How perfectionism shows up in executive communication—and why it's mistaken for safety, not strategy🧲Where perfectionism is useful, and where it's quietly costing you visibility and influence🔑Practical mindset shifts to replace perfection with purposeful progress—and finally be seen as VP-readyIf you're done being the reliable workhorse and ready to be seen as the visionary leader, press play now and start leading with conviction instead of caution.My Executive Presence Mastery System was built for high-performing professionals like you—the introverts, the perfectionists, the kind but overlooked leaders—who are ready to show up like they own the room.Visit www.speakupwithlaura.com/speakup or check the show notes above to schedule your confidential strategy call.We’ll map out exactly what’s been holding you back—and create a personalized strategy so you can lead with conviction, not caution.We release fresh episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

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• 477: The Brutal Truth About Why Top Executives Speak Differently to Avoid Rambling

  To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Are you unintentionally talking yourself out of executive promotions by saying too much?If you're a high-achieving introvert, especially in corporate settings, chances are your brilliance gets lost in the weeds—not because you lack value, but because you're rambling instead of communicating with impact. This episode breaks down why that happens and how to fix it without sacrificing your authenticity.By the end of today’s episode, you’ll know:✅The 3 main reasons smart people ramble and they’re not what you would think🔥Proven tools you can use to speak with confidence and clarity🎯What senior executives specifically aim for so their messages command attention and inspire actionPress play to unlock the simple communication strategies that will help you influence top decision-makers and finally step into the recognition you deserve.So look, if you’ve ever felt like your ideas are brilliant but you struggle to get them across without over-explaining, and that tendency to ramble is quietly sabotaging your shot at senior leadership... and what you really want is to speak in a way that commands attention and drives decisions fast...That’s why we created the Executive Presence Scorecard—to help you shift from being the overlooked expert to the obvious leader, by mastering concise, strategic communication.If you’re ready to stop diluting your value with too many words and start getting noticed for all the right reasons, get access to the Executive Presence Scorecard by emailing me at [email protected] and put “score” in the subject line. I will get you that access pronto. For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Fresh Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

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• 476: 3 Signs You’re Letting Subconscious Beliefs Sabotage Your Executive Presence in the Boardroom

  To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Do you walk into high-stakes meetings feeling like your brain short-circuits—even though you're the smartest one in the room? Today’s guest, a celebrity hypnotist, might have the answer.You’re not alone. Many high-achieving professionals sabotage their executive presence because of unconscious beliefs formed in childhood. In this episode, celebrity hypnotist and mindset coach Tim Schurr reveals why your past could be hijacking your performance in the boardroom—and how to rewire your brain to lead with confidence. By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:😱If you have “malware” beliefs secretly running your mental software—and how to uninstall them for good🚀Tim’s 3-step ‘belief hunting’ process to instantly shift your mindset before your next presentation🔑Why introverts and nontraditional professionals may be sitting on hidden superpowers they haven’t unlocked—yet.Tap play now to learn how to dismantle self-doubt at the root and unlock unshakable confidence in high-stakes situations.If you're the one who always gets the job done but deep down feels like you’re just one wrong move away from being “found out”… maybe it’s because you didn’t go to the “right” school, or English isn’t your first language, or your background doesn’t look like everyone else’s in the room… and that belief is quietly holding you back from sharing your ideas with power—especially in high-pressure meetings—that’s exactly why we built the Executive Presence Scorecard.If you want insight into your Executive Presence strengths and opportunities get the scorecard by emailing me at [email protected] with “score” in the subject line.About our guest:Tim Shurr, MA, is a globally recognized Celebrity Hypnotist, award-winning speaker, and author of six transformational books, including the bestseller One Belief Away™. As co-star of the acclaimed film Zero Limits, Tim has become a trusted voice in personal development. With over 36 years of experience and more than 16,000 hypnotherapy sessions, Tim has developed the revolutionary One Belief Away™ Method—a breakthrough approach that has helped people rewire their minds, eliminate trauma, and unlock rapid, lasting transformation. In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your...

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• 475: Is Your Boring Communication Style Blocking Your Leadership Success? Here’s What Science Says

  To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Ever walked out of a meeting feeling that your message didn’t land, even though you had great ideas? What if being boring—not your work —is the real reason you’re being overlooked?In today's episode, we explore the surprising and research-backed career risks that come with boring communication. Whether you're leading meetings, pitching ideas, or just updating your team, weak presentation skills could be holding back your promotions, reputation, and income—especially if you're a high-performing introvert. By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:😱The three biggest leadership career consequences of boring presentations that even top performers face (backed by research)🧩Five subtle signs you're losing your audience’s attention—and what they really mean🎯 One simple recovery trick to regain control when you've already lost the roomTap play now to learn how to avoid the hidden career-killers and turn every presentation into a high-impact opportunity.So if you’ve been consistently passed over for promotions—even though your results are stellar—and you're starting to feel like you're capped at mid-level... let me tell you, the issue might not be your performance. It might be how you show up in the room.Today’s episode exposed how boring updates and presentations erode your leadership credibility, cost you high-visibility roles, and can silently stall your career.That’s why I created the Executive Presence Mastery System—So if you’re tired of playing it safe and ready to command the room without second-guessing yourself, go to the top of these show notes, click the first link, or visit www.speakupwithlaura.com/speakup to book your strategy call. I’ll show you how to flip the script and step into the influence you’ve earned.We release fresh episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

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