Synopsis
Laura Camacho, PhD, is a expert in interpersonal communication and career hacks for introverts. Her clients learn how to think, speak and listen to get ahead at work (& make bank). Laura teaches how to read people (emotional intel), growth mindset and critical conversations will catapult your career success.
Episodes
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525: Why Your Obsession with KPIs Is Killing Your Leadership and Culture (Ken Blanchard Would Agree)
28/01/2026 Duration: 25minClick here if: You’re a senior leader who’s finally ready to level up, speak up, get recognized and nail that promotion…and you want to work with Laura Camacho to build your Executive Presence in the next 90-120 days.Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment.Are you leading with executive influence or just holding a title? What if the secret to lasting leadership success isn’t about performance metrics—but something totally unexpected?In this episode, we explore the legendary leadership philosophy of Ken Blanchard with his longtime collaborator and biographer, Martha Lawrence. If you're feeling overlooked in your role or struggling to gain influence despite stellar results, this conversation reveals the crucial mindset shift that could unlock your next level of leadership.
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524: Why Your Data Doesn’t Move the Board Room (Even When You’re Right)
26/01/2026 Duration: 09minClick here if: You’re a senior leader who’s finally ready to level up, speak up, get recognized and nail that promotion…and you want to work with Laura Camacho to build your Executive Presence in the next 90-120 days.Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment.In today’s episode, discover why you can walk into the room with rock-solid data, a clear proposal, and the credentials to back it up… and still, you get blank stares, surface-level nods, or worse—resistance.If you're a highly skilled expert who's constantly overlooked in high-stakes rooms—despite your prep, your clarity, and your credentials—this episode will show you the real reason why your message isn't landing (and it’s not what you think). It's not about more facts, better grammar, or louder delivery—it's about connection.By the end of today’s epi
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523: Why the Senior Leaders Who Change Everything Are Rarely the Loudest in the Room But Exude Executive Presence
23/01/2026 Duration: 08minClick here if: You’re a senior leader who’s finally ready to level up, speak up, get recognized and nail that promotion…and you want to work with Laura Camacho to build your Executive Presence in the next 90-120 days.Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment.By the end of today’s episode, you’ll understand why history—and modern organizations—are shaped by a small group of people who speak less, but matter more.In today's episode of Speak Up, Laura Camacho unpacks the surprising truth behind who actually drives decisions in rooms full of noise—and it’s rarely the loudest voice. If you’ve been told to “speak up more” but still feel like your insights aren’t landing, you’re not alone. The problem isn’t your ideas—it’s your timing and framing.By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:
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522: 6 Ways Winners Show Leadership Presence Even Without Privilege or Executive Background
21/01/2026 Duration: 18minClick here if: You’re a senior leader who’s finally ready to level up, speak up, get recognized and nail that promotion…and you want to work with Laura Camacho to build your Executive Presence in the next 90-120 days.Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Download the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment.Do you really need to be born into an elite family, an MBA from Harvard, or a corporate legacy to be a successful executive?In this inspiring and no-fluff conversation, Timothy Rexius shares how he went from sleeping in his car at 19 to running multiple companies across 16 countries. He unpacks how gratitude, grounded leadership, and investing in people helped him create loyal teams, powerful partnerships, and a workplace culture where everyone feels like an owner—because they are.
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521: Science Confirms Extrovert Bias Keeping Smart Introvert Leaders Out of Senior Ranks (& how to outwit them)
19/01/2026 Duration: 08minClick here if: You’re a senior leader who’s finally ready to level up, speak up, get recognized and nail that promotion…and you want to work with Laura Camacho to build your Executive Presence in the next 90-120 days.Click here to pinpoint the specific area in your executive presence that’s keeping you invisible to senior leadership and guarantees you stay working hard as a pack mule who never gets promoted. Link downloads the Executive Presence Scorecard assessment.Ever feel like it’s the chatty people in the room who get promoted — while your hard-earned expertise and work ethic keep getting overlooked?You’ve got the credentials in excess of what’s required, the stellar performance, and the consistent results — but when leadership meetings shift from scripted to spontaneous, your voice gets lost. If you’re a high-achieving introvert, the issue isn’t your capability — it’s visibility in a world built for extroverts.
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520: Not Everyone Has What It Takes to Go From Underestimated To Indispensable Executive Leader
16/01/2026 Duration: 08minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Today we’re talking about something that quietly determines who rises and who stalls, even when talent is off the charts.In this episode, Laura Camacho reveals the invisible edge that decides who rises and who stalls in their careers—even when raw talent isn’t the issue. Drawing from powerful contrasts between two elite NHL players, she breaks down the often-overlooked factor that shapes how others perceive your leadership and potential.By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:
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519: Stop Compromising Too Fast with the Executive Presence Skill That Changes Every Negotiation Outcome
14/01/2026 Duration: 29minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Have you ever walked away from negotiating a proposal or promotion offer thinking it was over—only to realize you probably left money on the table?In this episode, Harvard negotiation expert Joshua Weiss breaks down why even the best professionals give up too soon after a negotiation stalls—and how understanding the real dynamics at play can help you revive deals, secure better outcomes, and grow stronger relationships in both business and life.By the end of today’s chat with Joshua N. Weiss you’ll know:
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518: What to Do When You’re Expected To Show Up ‘A Step Higher’ Every Day and No One Tells You What That Actually Means.
12/01/2026 Duration: 07minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Discover why your biggest career win can quietly become your greatest source of stress.If you’ve made it to the executive level but feel more overwhelmed than empowered, you’re not alone. This episode breaks down the hidden emotional and strategic pressures that come after the big promotion — and why most high-achievers silently struggle in roles they’ve worked years to earn. By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:
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517: 3 Shifts That Take You From Proving to Positioning to Build Massive Executive Presence & Influence
09/01/2026 Duration: 12minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.In today’s episode I’m answering a question from listener Ibrahim, a sales agent at group vivendi Africa that deals with getting better results without working MORE.Many high-performing introverts think that outperforming their earlier self means logging more hours, proving value, or being ultra-responsive. But in today’s episode, you’ll discover why those strategies can actually stall your influence—and what to do instead.By the end of today’s episode you'll know:
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516: How Top Leaders Build Influence and Executive Presence Without Saying a Word—Yes, That’s a Thing
07/01/2026 Duration: 31minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.Are you great at your job—but still locked outside the c-suite?In this powerful episode with Dre Baldwin, you'll discover why confidence—not just competence—is the critical multiplier in career success. If you’re constantly being relied upon but not recognized or elevated, it may not be about your output... it might be about your presence. Learn how people assess you in the first three seconds and how that moment shapes your career path—without a word being spoken. By the end of today’s chat with performance coach Dre Baldwin you’ll know:
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515: How to Build Strategic Visibility Turns Quiet Talent Into a Go-To Leader - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 12
05/01/2026 Duration: 04minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. Welcome back to Speak Up, the podcast for high-performing introverts — including you social introverts — where we reveal the charisma and communication secrets of A-Listers so you get the recognition and opportunities you’ve earned. I’m your host, Laura Camacho, your magical executive presence coach, godmother, and strategist.
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514: Why You Need THIS Introduction To Scale Your Executive Presence - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 11
04/01/2026 Duration: 04minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. Welcome back to Speak Up, the podcast for high-performing introverts — including you social introverts — where we reveal the charisma and communication secrets of A-Listers so you get the recognition and opportunities you’ve earned. I’m your host, Laura Camacho, your magical executive presence coach, godmother, and strategist.
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513: The Surprising Trait That Makes Senior Leaders Feel You’re One of Them - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 10
03/01/2026 Duration: 03minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.
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512: The Surprising 3-P Practice A-List Leaders Use to Stay Calm and In Control Every Time - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 9
02/01/2026 Duration: 04minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.
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511: The Executive Presence Voice Practice That Makes People Believe, Trust, and Remember What You Say - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 8
01/01/2026 Duration: 04minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. Happy New Year and this is
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510: How 7 Seconds Before a Meeting Can Change How People Perceive Your Leadership - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 7
31/12/2025 Duration: 03minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.
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509: For Those Who Hate Small Talk Learn This Is the Real Secret to Conversational Executive Presence - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 6
30/12/2025 Duration: 03minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.
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508: The 5 Words of Appreciation that Build Loyalty to Your Leadership - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 5
29/12/2025 Duration: 03minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.
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507: The 4 Responses that Signal You’re a True Leader, Not a Reactor - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 4
28/12/2025 Duration: 03minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.
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506: Why THIS Strategic Omission Is Your Ultimate Confidence and Anti-Rambling Weapon - The 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Series Day 3
27/12/2025 Duration: 03minTo see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.