Speak Up, Stand Out Episodes
Whether you're pitching an idea, leading a team, or navigating your next big move, how you communicate shapes how you're seen. This playlist gives you the tools to speak with clarity, tell stories that stick, and build a personal brand that resonates—all so you can show up with confidence and leave a lasting impression.
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Aug. 20, 2026
316. The Persuasion Equation: Grab Attention & Make Your Message Meaningful
“The tools of communication have changed, the human brain has not.”
Guest: Carmine Gallo
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Aug. 6, 2026
312. Quick Thinks: Speak with Confidence, Clarity, and Power
"You want to make sure you have the energy at the end of your communication as well as at the beginning."
June 17, 2025
210. First Impression to Lasting Impact: Use Status Strategically
Career success takes a status boost, not a power grab.
Guest: Alison Fragale
Nov. 19, 2024
169. Don't Be a ZQ: Make Your Conversations Count
What makes a great conversation?
Guest: Alison Wood Brooks
Nov. 12, 2024
168. How Story Can Change Everything in Your Career
Make your message memorable.
Guest: Matthew Dicks
Oct. 22, 2024
165. Building Your Personal Brand Makes a Promise: Are You Keeping It?
Create more meaningful communication by defining your audience.
Guest: Seth Godin
Oct. 8, 2024
163. Is Your Audience Ignoring You? How Authenticity Creates Connection
How acceptance and authenticity can transform all of our interactions.
Guest: Alan Alda
Sept. 24, 2024
161. Do Your Homework: Know What to Say by Knowing Who You’re Talking To
Know your audience and tailor the message for them.
Guest: Jen Psaki
May 9, 2023
89. Listen, Listen, Listen: How to Build Deep Connections
How to be a skilled conversationalist in work, love, and life.
Guest: Rachel Greenwald