Do you often feel sidelined in discussions, wanting to speak up and have more influence? Got a dream project to make the world a better place and need buy in? Do you need more executive presence in high stakes meetings? Discover tactics to confidently assert yourself and make your ideas count on Speak Up, the podcast for high-performing introverts and ambiverts. You'll learn: 1. Visibility Strategies from the art of persuasion, ensuring your voice is heard and respected in meetings and sough ...
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A Spanish and English hybrid podcast brought to you from Loras College by two LatinX students Andrew Martinez and Laura Brinez Camacho.
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Podcast hosted by Chesterton Academy of St. Finbar in Charleston, SC, where we share the latest insights and inspiration taken from our experience in building this new school. Inspired by Saint Pope John Paul II, we take as our motto Cultura Vitae, the culture of life. Our mission is to prepare our students to triumph over the materialism and despair that pervade our culture and to accept our Lord's offer to have life and have it abundantly. Our classical curriculum combines a broad liberal ...
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415: Your Brilliance Isn’t Enough When Talking To Power Players Because You’re Missing THIS
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9:17Are you unknowingly triggering anxiety instead of trust when presenting to senior executives? If you’re a high-performing introvert struggling to get executive buy-in, it’s likely not your logic or presentation—it’s a missing emotional undercurrent: safety. In this episode, discover the one shift that makes execs lean in, trust your pitch, and gree…
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414: This Genius Introvert's Tool Helps You Crush Your Enemies & Be the Most Influential Leader In Any Room
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10:49In today’s episode, you’ll discover what extremely smart introverts use to increase influence exponentially and take control over the energy in the room. In this episode, Laura Camacho breaks down a powerful communication move used by the Treasury Secretary that shifted the energy during U.S.-China trade talks—proving that introverts can command an…
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413: Why Your AI Initiative Will Likely Fail Before It Starts and the Leadership Blind Spot No One’s Talking About
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21:26In today’s episode you’ll discover the exact kinds of communication that get buy in for any AI or other transformation you’re implementing In this eye-opening episode, we explore why so many digital transformation efforts fail—not because the tech is broken, but because leaders skip the most critical element: trust. If you're a high-performing prof…
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412: Science Explains How Your Introversion Is Quietly Destroying Your Leadership & 3 Tips To Regain Charisma & Influence
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11:50In today’s episode, discover why when you share a great idea in a meeting, someone is repeating it louder and getting all the credit... If you’re a high-performing introvert (including social introverts), this episode uncovers the hidden psychology behind why your ideas often go unnoticed—costing you influence, visibility, and leadership opportunit…
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411: Why Overpreparing Kills Connection and 3 A-list Charisma Tips Specific to Social Introverts
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8:37In today’s episode, you’ll discover how to unlock a simple storytelling trick that makes even your toughest ideas irresistible to any audience. If you're a high-performing introvert or ambivert aiming to lead with clarity and connection, this episode breaks down the #1 storytelling skill that will elevate your executive presence and influence. Feat…
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410: Why the Way You're SPEAKING Makes You Lose Respect and Undermines Your Authority
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29:31In today’s episode you’ll discover why some of the smartest, most accomplished people struggle to speak with confidence — and what’s really holding them back. In this episode, we dive deep into why traditional advice on communication and confidence often backfires for high achievers. You'll learn why early identity patterns impact your leadership v…
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409: The REAL Reason You Don’t Sound Like Vice President Material & The 3 Traps Making You Look Amateur
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10:37Are you unknowingly sabotaging your shot at senior leadership every time you speak in meetings? Even the most brilliant directors and senior managers can miss out on promotions because their communication doesn't match executive expectations. In this episode, Laura Camacho breaks down how subtle messaging missteps can be perceived as insecurity or …
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408: How Brainy Introverts Like You Can Achieve Massive Influence Using These A-list Charisma Skills
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10:08Are you an introvert who feels stuck in your career because you don't fit the traditional "outgoing leader" mold? In this episode, Laura Camacho breaks down how Nicole Shanahan—a self-described introvert from a humble background—became a nationally recognized figure by embracing her quiet charisma. You'll uncover why you don't need a fancy pedigree…
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407: Why Trying To Make Elites Like You Is The WRONG Approach To Getting Ahead In Leadership & What To Do Instead
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27:28In today’s episode you’ll discover how you unknowingly lose the respect and attention of ultra high achievers because of how you communicate. If you've ever struggled to connect with executives, investors, or high-achieving leaders — this episode breaks down why most pitches, presentations, and conversations fail before they even start. Hint: It's …
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406: The Way You Deal with Authoritarian Personalities May Be Destroying Morale and Your Reputation
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10:14Have you ever felt steamrolled in meetings by domineering executives and wondered how to regain control without starting a conflict? This episode dives deep into the hidden reasons behind bossy, overbearing behavior and how it threatens collaboration, productivity, and your executive presence — especially for introverted leaders who value thoughtfu…
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405: Fast-track Your Leadership and Executive Presence with THIS Science-Backed 90-Second Practice
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8:58In today’s episode you’ll discover a science-backed habit that builds trust AND likability for your leadership and executive presence in less than 10 seconds. In fast-paced professional environments, trust and connection can make or break your next big opportunity. If you're an ambitious introvert or a rising leader, the ability to instantly build …
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404: How To Instantly Build Trust With Senior Executives AND Avoid Being Laid Off
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24:45In today’s episode you’ll discover how to have tough conversations successfully at work AND be the one who DOES NOT get laid off. If you're a leader or aspiring executive, delivering bad news is part of the job — but most people aren’t trained to do it well. Whether you're an introvert, a people-pleaser, or just afraid of rocking the boat, learning…
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403: Harvard Study Says THIS Is What Actually Gets You to the C-Suite and It’s Not Competence
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14:19In today’s episode you’ll discover what THIS Harvard Study insists that you need to reach senior leadership and it’s not competence. In this game-changing episode, Laura Camacho, PhD, breaks down a surprising Harvard study that proves likability isn’t a “nice-to-have”—it’s a must-have for reaching senior leadership. If you’ve ever felt that your co…
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402: 3 A-list Charisma Secrets That Turn Personal Flaws into Assets and Make You the Unforgettable Leader
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9:55In today’s episode you’ll discover how someone with a thick accent, zero connections, and a “wrong” background became one of the most magnetic public figures in the world. Arnold Schwarzenegger turned his biggest perceived liabilities—his accent, his mistakes, and his rural origins—into sources of charisma and influence. If you're a high-performing…
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401: How Top CEOs Build Executive Presence Through THESE Simple Communication Tweaks
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25:38In today’s episode you’ll discover how to NEVER leave a meeting thinking, “I should’ve said something,” or worry that your message just isn’t landing the way you intended. In today’s noisy, fast-paced workplace, clear and compelling communication isn’t just a “nice to have”—it’s a career-making skill. Whether you're leading a team, speaking to the …
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400: Why That Project You Care About Will Never Get Approved (Unless You Change This One Thing)
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10:14In today’s episode you’ll discover why your passion project meant to make meaningful change keeps getting sidelined. Not because the idea lacks merit, but because of an invisible persuasion deficit you haven't addressed. If your passion project keeps getting sidelined despite its potential, the problem isn’t your idea—it’s how you’re pitching it. H…
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399: The Introvert's Dilemma: Why Being Yourself Is Both Essential and Insufficient for Executive Roles
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7:45In today’s episode you’ll discover why the advice to 'just be yourself' is both the most important and most misleading guidance for introverted leaders ever. If you're a high-performing introvert struggling to balance authenticity with executive presence, this episode is your permission slip to stop forcing what doesn't feel natural. The corporate …
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398: 5 Signs You're Undervalued at Work & How to Reclaim Your Identity for Long-Term Success
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30:52In today’s episode you’ll discover how to know if you’re being undervalued at work and what to do about it. Many top talent professionals are burning out not because of a lack of ability, but because they’re stuck in environments that don’t see or leverage their full value. In this episode, Charles Brown shares a hard-hitting, deeply personal conve…
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397: Why Normal Presentation Openings Massively Fail & What to Do Instead
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13:30In this episode you’ll discover how to hook any audience in just seven seconds.💡 If you're leading a team, pitching a big idea, or stepping into senior leadership, those opening seconds are critical. This episode dives into how high-performing introverts can instantly elevate their presence and authority by mastering one overlooked communication sk…
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396: Are You Designing Your Presentation to Fail Without Realizing It? Leaving THIS Out Means Zero Executive Presence
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10:47In today’s episode, you’ll discover why even the most polished, data-packed presentations can fall flat—and what’s secretly sabotaging your impact without you even noticing. If you're a high-performing introvert or analytical thinker who pours time into crafting meticulous presentations—only to receive polite nods or blank stares—this episode is yo…
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395: Rewire Your Brain for Exceptional Leadership, Confidence, and Charisma with One Mindset Shift Part 2 of 2
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20:31In today’s episode you’ll discover if your group’s inadequate performance is a competence gap or a mindset issue. As a leader, you've likely encountered employees who are capable but constantly hold themselves back. Maybe they hesitate to speak up, second-guess themselves, or sabotage their own progress. In this episode, mindset expert John Assaraf…
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394: Why Being a High Performer Is Stopping You From Being Promoted (& it's not what you think)
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10:05In today’s episode you’ll learn how the invisible ceiling is holding you back as a high performer and how it’s costing you thousands in lost opportunities and what to do about it. If you’ve been the go-to problem solver, the behind-the-scenes genius, and the person with all the answers—but you’re still not getting promoted—it’s not your skills that…
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393: Stop Flailing Trying to Gain Influence Like an Extrovert and Use THESE Nonverbal Cues for Leadership Impact
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12:56In today’s episode you’ll learn why being told to “speak up more” or “put yourself out there” to get noticed by senior execs is not serving you or helping you. If you're a high-performing introvert, you’ve likely felt pressure to dial up your extroversion to get noticed. But what if the real power lies in doing less—strategically? This episode expl…
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392: Rewire Your Brain for Exceptional Leadership, Confidence, and Charisma with One Mindset Shift Part 1 of 2
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27:56In today’s episode you’ll discover if your lack of exceptional executive presence comes because you think you’re not “ready”—or is your mindset playing tricks on you? Whether you're struggling to speak up in meetings, get noticed by senior leadership, or ask for that well-deserved raise, the real issue might not be your skills—but your inner belief…
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391: The High Price of TMI and What Not Getting Your Point Across Actually Costs You
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13:17In today’s episode you’ll discover how you lose leadership credibility by taking too long to get your point across. If you're a high-performing introvert aiming for executive roles, learning to distill your brilliance into one sharp sentence could be the breakthrough you didn’t know you needed. In a world where attention is gold, your long explanat…
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