Speak Up With Laura Camacho

Want to crush your opponents like a political powerhouse, without even hurting their feelings? Discover how Vance and Walz did it.As a highly conscientious, high-performing leader, you know the challenge of asserting yourself while maintaining respect. In high-stakes conversations, your ability to stay cool, push back effectively, and earn respect is crucial for your influence and reputation. This episode dissects these exact communication strategies used by successful leaders on the debate stage, showing you how to wield influence with masterful executive presenceBy the end of this episode you’ll know:.

Want rock-solid influence in the boardroom? Science shows us how and why your logical approach may be holding you back. As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you're constantly faced with the challenge of convincing others—whether it's your team, clients, or stakeholders. But traditional persuasion methods often fall flat, leaving your messages overlooked.In this episode, we dive into how you can make your arguments resonate at an emotional level, ensuring they align with your audience's beliefs and can't be ignored.By the end of this fascinating conversation with the iconic Tamsen Webster, you’ll know: ✨ How to craft stories that align perfectly with your audience's internal beliefs, making your message irresistible.

If you’re not consistently doing the work of today’s recommended practice, others will assume you’re neither ready nor interested in a promotion.As a high-performing, conscientious leader, you're always focused on delivering results—but if you're not sharing your wins strategically, you're leaving your career growth to chance. The visibility of your contributions matters just as much as the work itself, especially when it comes to moving up the ladder to the top rungs.By the end of this episode, you will know:✨ Learn how to position your strengths so others see you as the next in line for leadership opportunities.

Without this one a-list skill, your Harvard MBA, your ninja technical skills, and your staggering success record mean nothing when it comes to reaching top leadership.As a highly conscientious, high-performing leader, you know that advancing to senior leadership isn’t just about doing good work—it’s about making genuine connections. Yet, many leaders overlook the power of this derivative emotional intelligence skill set, leaving a major gap in their executive presence and leadership effectiveness.By the end of this short episode you’ll know:

Are you holding yourself back from the executive roles you deserve simply because you think powerful executive presence isn’t in your DNA?Think again. The game is changing, and your strengths as an introvert might just be your secret weapon.If you're a high-performing, detail-oriented leader who struggles with public speaking or believes you're not "naturally" suited for leadership roles, this episode is your wake-up call. It’s time to turn those perceived weaknesses into your biggest career advantage. In this episode, we explore how introverts can thrive in leadership and develop an authentic executive presence without changing who they are.By the end of Laura’s powerful conversation with Hugh Massie you’ll know:

In this episode, you’ll discover what it REALLY takes to reach the c-suite.As a highly-conscientious leader, you understand that advancing to the top requires more than just hard work—it demands a shift in communication strategy. Yet, many leaders unknowingly miss the mark by focusing too much on tasks and not enough on strategy. If you're aiming for the C-suite, now is the time to refine how you present your impact.These are 4 c-suite insights I learned from Dr. Ty Wiggins, a leading CEO coach with Russell Reynolds. The reason CEOs don’t want you to know these is because they want to stay in power and don’t want YOU to threaten them.By the end of this short episode you’ll know:

Imagine this: Every time you step into a meeting, your words carry weight, your presence commands the room, and you're seen as the leader in the room, no matter who's there. What if I told you that you’re just a few simple steps away from achieving this level of executive presence? As a conscientious high-performer, you’ve mastered the technical aspects of your role. But when it comes to owning the room and radiating executive presence, you might feel like something’s still missing. Today’s episode will guide you through five actionable techniques to elevate how you're perceived, so you can start leaving the impression you deserve.By the end of this short episode you’ll know:

Stress can shut down your brain, block creativity, clarity, and your ability to communicate like a boss.As a high-performing leader, you thrive on precision and excellence AND you’re probably stressed out a lot of the time. Perfectionism and stress can sabotage your executive presence just when you need it most.In today’s episode, Sheridan Ruth shares game-changing techniques to help you manage stress in the moment, so you can step into meetings and presentations feeling calm, clear-headed, and ready to lead.By the end of today’s episode you’ll learn from guest Sheridan Ruth and me:

Is negativity bias secretly sabotaging your executive presence and holding you back? It’s time to outsmart your own brain’s wiring.If you're a high-performing, detail-oriented leader who finds themselves fixating on mistakes or setbacks instead of celebrating wins, negativity bias might be undermining your confidence—and your ability to project leadership.This episode will help you identify and neutralize those thought patterns that silently erode your executive presence, ensuring you present yourself as the powerful leader you truly are.By the end of this short episode you’ll know:

To be more powerful at work you don’t need mafia support, you need something else.As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you already know that power and influence aren’t just handed out; they’re earned through strategic communication. But if you’re not in control of your conversations, you might be missing out on opportunities to lead with authority and elegance.Imagine bringing the calm, calculated influence of a Don Corleone into your boardroom—minus the crime, of course.By the end of this episode you'll know:

Imagine being dismissed as unprofessional or unprepared simply because of this normal but annoying speaking habit you have.In today's fast-paced business environment, especially as a high-performing leader, every word you say is scrutinized. Filler words like "um" and "like" can erode your credibility, leaving you vulnerable to being overlooked, no matter how brilliant your ideas are.By the end of this short episode you’ll know:

You may be unknowingly sabotaging your own career by letting performance reviews and 1:1 meetings slip through your fingers.As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you know that success isn’t just about doing the work—it’s about getting noticed for the impact you’re making. But if your 1:1s and performance reviews feel more like routine check-ins than opportunities to shine, you’re not leveraging them to their full potential. It’s time to take control of these meetings and transform them into strategic career accelerators.By the end of this episode you’ll know:

This episode will turn everything you thought you knew about executive presence upside down.If you’re a highly conscientious, high-performing business leader, you know that your success hinges not just on what you say, but how you say it. In a world where your every word is scrutinized, understanding the subtle nuances of executive presence could be the difference between being overlooked and being the go-to authority in your field.By the end of this short episode you’ll know:✨ The hidden power of your unique experiences to establish credibility in ways you’ve never considered.

Did you know that nearly half of today’s corporate leaders shouldn't be in their roles?Today we uncover the hidden factors that truly determine leadership success—and why personality may be leading you astray.As a high-performing business leader, you’re constantly striving for excellence, but what if the metrics you’re using to evaluate leadership potential are fundamentally flawed?This episode uncovers the critical mistakes organizations make in hiring leaders and offers you a new lens to assess and develop leadership talent in your team.By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:

Ever wonder why people just don’t listen—even when you have something crucial to say?Here's the brutal truth: less than half of what you say is remembered, and that percentage could be as low as 25%. But it’s not just them—it might be you.As a highly-conscientious, high-performing business leader, you’ve worked hard to earn your spot at the table. Yet, when you speak, it feels like your words vanish into thin air.By the end of this short episode you’ll know:

Imagine if you could command the room with the same powerful presence as a luxury brand—without changing who you are.As a high-performing business leader, your executive presence directly impacts how you’re perceived and the opportunities that come your way. But standing out can be challenging when everyone around you is equally competent. This episode will show you how to harness the tactics of top luxury brands to refine your presence and make an unforgettable impact.Today, we’re revealing the game-changing secrets from Hermès, Rolex, Cartier, and Tiffany that will instantly elevate your perceived value as a leader.By the end of this short A-list Charisma episode you’ll know:

Discover what might be sabotaging your leadership and learn the unconventional truth that could change everything.As a highly-conscientious, high-performing leader, you strive for excellence in everything you do. But what if your biggest blind spot is the way you perceive yourself and your impact on others?By the end of today’s episode with Victoria Trammel you’ll know:

People make more than 10 significant decisions about you in less than 10 seconds of meeting you.As a high-performing business leader, you're always on the lookout for ways to enhance your executive presence. But did you know that the first few seconds of any interaction could be shaping how others see you—and potentially undermining your success?By the end of this short episode you’ll know:

Sharing bad news with senior leaders can be a double-edged sword, where mishandling it can cost you your reputation and confidence.As a highly conscientious, high-performing leader or IC, you know that facing difficult conversations is part of the job. But how you deliver bad news can either cement your credibility or erode the trust you've worked so hard to build. This episode is your guide to navigating these tricky moments with confidence and poise.By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:

What if you could eliminate the daily 'paper cuts' of miscommunication and elevate your leadership without the burden of imposter syndrome?By the end of today’s exciting episode with guest Jason Silver you’ll know:1. A completely different way to look at imposter syndrome so it never takes over your brain again.2. A new practical strategy to reduce invisible miscommunications that silently sabotage team performance.3. Making decisions faster and better, dropping the quest for consensus and using a totally different approach instead.With the ever-increasing pressures of modern business—especially in our globalized, remote workforce—communication breakdowns and decision paralysis are costing you more than you realize. Hit play now.If you haven’t discovered your own signature communication orientation is essential for authentic and confident executive presence. Discover here your own signature communication style (free assessment) so your voice can begin to be heard and respected in meetings, you gain more influ