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Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast

For People Leaders Leading Bold Conversations | Ivna Curi

Speak Your Mind Unapologetically is the leadership communication podcast for people leaders — managers, directors, and VPs — who want to speak up, lead bold conversations, and influence outcomes that matter. Whether you"re addressing conflict, delivering feedback, leading meetings, or navigating difficult conversations, this podcast gives you practical strategies to: 👉🏼 Communicate with clarity, confidence, and conviction= 👉🏼 Influence decisions and build trust across functions 👉🏼 Speak up

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57:05

How to Identify and Communicate Your Personal Brand...

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2025/07/28

How can you communicate your unique personal branding to advance your career without feeling like a fraud? In this episode, Andrea Wonjnicki, an executive communication coach at Talk about Talk, shares how to develop and communicate your authentic personal brand. You’ll learn and easy three-step framework for self-introductions and how to not sound fake or robotic in elevator pitches. Tune in: ✔️ Understand and manage your personal brand ✔️Develop your personal brand ✔️Build your personal brand

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25:49

What to Say When Someone Cuts You Off in a Meeting...

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2025/07/21

Are you tired of being talked over, cut off, or interrupted in meetings and not knowing how to respond without sounding rude, emotional, or aggressive? In this episode of Speak Your Mind Unapologetically, you'll learn exactly what to say and how to say it when someone interrupts you at work, whether it's a peer, a manager, a client, or someone you lead. We’ll cover: The top mistakes to avoid when you're interrupted (passive, passive-aggressive, and aggressive responses that backfire) 8 proven

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56:09

Becoming Your Own Best Advocate: Strategies To...

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2025/07/14

Are you your own best advocate? In this episode, Laura Colón, VP of Sales and Alliances at Vonage, shares her personal journey of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, self-promoting both internally and externally, and building a personal brand to advance her career. 02:07 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome 04:15 Embracing a Growth Mindset 05:48 Building a Personal Brand for Career Advancement 11:54 Leverating Mentorship and Sponsorship for Growth 16:58 Self-Promotion Strategies

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21:34

Assertive or Aggressive? 20 Mindset Shifts That...

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2025/07/08

How can you be bold without being a bully? If you have ever been told you’re “too much” when you speak up, or worried about being seen as rude, pushy, or bossy when you advocate for yourself, this episode is for you. Assertive communication starts with belief. Let’s upgrade yours. Discover the surprising 20 mindset differences between Assertive vs. Aggressive communication so you can speak with confidence and be respected. You’ll learn: ✔️How assertive people think differently ✔️Common aggressive

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48:11

How to Stop Being the Best-Kept Secret at Work (with...

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2025/06/30

What’s the worst career advice you’ve received? Cybersecurity GRC Risk Manager Sandra Dorsey discusses her worst career advice and how she learned the importance of self-promotion, negotiating for oneself, dealing with confusing feedback, and advocating for others in the corporate world. Sandra shares her journey from following advice to 'keep her head down' to realizing the need for visibility and networking. She shares how she learned to value vocalizing your achievements, understanding feedback,

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40:22

Want to Be a Better Ally — And Find Allies Too? Start...

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2025/06/23

In this episode, we delve into the critical role of allyship in the workplace with Wendy O'Neill, Head of Business Development at CDW, who shares her personal experiences and practical strategies for becoming a better ally. Wendy discusses how to recognize and support colleagues whose voices are often unheard, how to foster allyship within a team, and the powerful impact of situational awareness in meetings. She also talks about leading by example, addressing unconscious biases, and building

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37:01

12 Polite Phrases That Destroy Trust and Connection...

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2025/06/16

"With all due respect..." "I understand how you feel." "That's an interesting idea" "Noted." Sometimes the nicest words can feel dismissive and silence people. Find out small changes you can make for people to feel heard and encouraged to speak up. 00:00 Introduction: Polite Phrases That Destroy Trust 05:11 Phrase 1: 'I Understand How You Feel' 07:39 Phrase 2: 'I'll Take That Into Consideration' 09:56 Phrase 3: 'With All Due Respect' 11:21 Phrase 4: 'Devil's Advocate' 12:59 Phrase 5: 'Noted'

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26:19

How To Bring Your Authentic Voice To Work When You...

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2025/05/26

Sometimes it doesn't feel safe to bring our full, authentic self to work. In this episode, our guest Amy Ewbank, co-CEO of Verve The Voice Advisory Service, shares what's holding you back and the three key elements you need to find and express your true voice in a professional setting. 01:38 Understanding the Barriers to Authentic Voice 02:27 The Three E's Framework: Essence, Expression, Environment 02:45 Essence: Aligning Values and Voice 03:46 Expression: The Art of Speaking and Storytelling

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21:47

Mastering Influence: How to Get Your Ideas Approved

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2025/05/20

Do you ideas ever go unnoticed? Are your ideas ignored? Sharing your ideas is not enough. Discover strategies to influence your higher-ups to take your ideas seriously. 00:00 Introduction: Getting Your Ideas Heard 02:15 Understanding the Power of Influence 04:37 Identifying the Decision Maker 07:10 Building Belief in Your Idea 09:35 Handling Rejection and Concerns 12:33 The Importance of Showing Your idea, Not Just Saying It 15:38 Creating Urgency for Your Ideas 17:35 Persistence and Personal

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21:57

Assertiveness vs. Aggression: Navigating Professional...

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2025/05/14

Are you perceived as assertive or as aggressive? What's the difference? stressing the difference between assertive and aggressive communication. Gain actionable tips on asserting yourself confidently in various settings, particularly when dealing with authority figures or intimidating situations. Practical advice includes speaking early and often in meetings, using 'I' statements, and preparing key points in advance to effectively communicate under pressure. 00:41 Understanding Assertiveness vs

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30:13

Finding Your Reason For Being In Career and Life...

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2025/05/05

Career transitions take a lot of energy. How do you ensure you're putting your energy in the right direction, to avoid regrets later? How can you use your work purpose to amplify your voice? In this episode we speak to certified career and life transitions coach, and host of the Midlife Reinvention podcast, Kavita Ahuja. Kavita shares her journey of finding her Ikigai (reason for being), what it means, and why it matters in transitions. 01:34 Understanding Ikigai and Its Origins 02:38 Finding Her

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21:25

Do You Speak Like a High Impact Leader?

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2025/04/28

Do you communicate like a high impact leader? Find out if your communication style is earning you the respect, influence, and results of a high impact leader. Tune in to discover: ✔️ How to respond assertively and effectively to criticism about your communication style. ✔️ Optimal ways to handle interruptions and disagreements in meetings. ✔️ Strategies for owning and communicating mistakes to your team. ✔️ Techniques for presenting ideas to senior leadership with confidence. ✔️ Approaches to

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25:35

Amplify, Elevate, Dominate: Leadership Frameworks to...

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2025/04/21

Learn how to use proven frameworks to articulate your value, elevate your influence, and dominate your field. In this episode, Dr. Karen Hills Pruden shares her expertise from 30 years in professional development and leadership training, offering practical tips and real-life examples to help you transform your career. From amplifying your value through quantifiable metrics to building professional equity and leveraging relationships, this episode provides actionable insights for professionals

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29:12

14 Ways to End Conversations: The Art of the Graceful...

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2025/04/15

Ever been stuck in a never-ending conversation and felt trapped? Learn 14 powerful, graceful, and guilt-free ways to end conversations you don't want to be in without burning bridges. Whether it's saying no to invitations, stopping gossip, ending endless email chains, or gracefully exiting networking conversations, this episode covers it all. Hear practical tips for maintaining your boundaries with assertiveness and kindness. 0:00 Introduction to Graceful Exits 01:56 Personal Struggles with

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26:24

From Prey to Partner: Communication Strategies for...

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2025/04/07

How can you protect your power, status, and influence in communication? Learn from Amy Carroll, a communication coach and author of 'Ego Tango,' on how to advocate for yourself, manage pressure, and communicate with strength. She explains the cost of Predator and Prey and how to step into Partner to neutralize the invisible power game. She demonstrates 4 different external behaviors to project confidence under pressure. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ The Predator, Prey, Partner model

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12:13

10 Proven Strategies to Get Your Ideas Heard at Work

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2025/04/03

Ever felt like your ideas are ignored or misunderstood? It's not because your ideas aren't good enough, but rather how you share them at work. Tune in to discover: ✔️10 bold, practical, and eye-opening ways are discussed to get your ideas heard, supported, and championed without being pushy or over-explaining. ✔️Actionable tips to lead with your ideas, gain buy-in, and make an impact in your career, leadership, and life. ✅ Free Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter/ ✅ Free

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27:35

7 Powerful Strategies to Instantly Overcome...

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2025/03/24

Have you ever stayed awake at night replaying something you did or said, worried about how you came across? Are you the kind of perfectionist that doesn’t want to disappoint others? In this episode, you will discover seven strategies to overcome worry and rumination about mistakes or negative perceptions in professional settings. Perfect for leaders and professionals wanting to speak confidently and make a greater impact in their careers and lives. ✔️ 7 Proven Methods to Defeat Rumination When You

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32:38

15 Practical Strategies to Stop Overthinking at Work

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2025/03/10

How can you break free from overthinking in your professional life? Overthinking can lead to stress, decision fatigue, and hindered productivity, but there are actionable strategies to combat it. In this episode, you'll discover 15 practical steps to help you stop overthinking, make decisions with confidence, and speak up in the workplace without hesitation. Tune in to gain clarity and move forward in your career without being bogged down by anxiety and self-doubt. ✔️Why We Overthink ✔️The

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37:41

How to Handle Pushback Like a Pro: 8 Steps to Turn...

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2025/03/04

Ever faced resistance after asking for something important at work, such as resources, flexibility, or a project opportunity? Discover eight easy steps to lead such conversations without pressure and turn resistance into cooperation without harming relationships. This episode helps you identify forms of pushback and overcome them, so that you can advocate for yourself and your career goals confidently. Tune in to learn how to prepare, listen empathetically, and respond strategically to get the

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26:26

Servant Leadership Through The Service of Speaking...

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2025/02/17

How can you leverage speaking to become a more impactful servant leader? Discover the strategies to use speaking as a high-level service in this episode featuring Israel Duran, a communication expert. Learn how Duran transformed his challenges into strengths and now teaches others to harness their voice for leadership, impact, and resources. Tune in to explore the importance of identity, purpose, and vision in finding your voice and creating a custom plan for success. Don't miss insights on

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