To chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.In today’s episode you’ll discover how you are unintentionally giving away your power in everyday conversations and meetings at work.Most professionals don’t realize they’re negotiating all the time — in meetings, budget discussions, team assignments, or advocating for their own performance. In this episode, negotiation expert and author Saad shares why most people fail to speak up effectively and how “being nice” can actually backfire in the workplace.By the end of today’s episode you’ll know: 🚀The single biggest mindset shift to go from passive to powerful in professional conversations.🏆How to be both assertive and empathetic without being aggressive or manipulative.🧲Simple, actionable tactics to prepare for your next negotiation….aka your very next meeting.If you’re tired of being overlooked in meetings or undervalued for your work, hit play now to start negotiating with confidence and clarity.Knowing 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 influence, and understand better how to reach key stakeholders.For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morningAbout our guest:Saad A. Saad is a negotiation consultant and lecturer at Columbia University.. In his new book, In the Lead, he outlines his strategies for how sales professionals can close deals faster, secure better margins, and win more business with science-backed negotiation strategies. He has special insight in helping introvert and ambivert high performers.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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