The Speaking Up Podcast

Whether you’re an organizational wizard, spreadsheet supremo, or brainstorming maestro, we all have superpowers. Knowing what they are and owning them can be a huge confidence booster.

In this episode I am going to help you cultivate your superpower by showing how to unlock your genius zone, including:

• Make a list of all the things you do better than anyone else!
• Superpowers can be soft skills too.
• Put your superpowers into everyday life.

So it’s time to embrace your superpower, start operating in your zone of genius and level up your career!

Here are the highlights from this episode:

(00:46) We all have a superpower – what's yours?

(02:06) Cultivating your power is a confidence boost

(03:26) Find your zone of genius

Also Mentioned in this Episode:

Episode 30: 5 Soft Skills that will Set You Apart

Connect with Elizabeth:

Web: https://www.elizabethkoraca.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethkoraca/

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Twitter: Elizabeth Koraca (@ElizabethKoraca) / Twitter

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In a perfect world, we would never have to be in a high pressure situation, but that’s just not the case. Regardless of how much you prepare for a situation, sometimes the pressure is going to build. Knowing why you’re in that situation and how to alleviate the high pressure will help you thrive in those situations.

In this episode, I share some the strategies I give to my executive coaching clients when they feel like they’re working under constant pressure, including:

• Set realistic expectations.
• Know what calms and centres you... and do that.
• Use these situations as an opportunity for growth.

Once you learn how to manage high pressure situations, and turn them into a positive experience, you will be in the right mindset to truly thrive in your career. You got this!

Here are the highlights from this episode:

(01:08) You can never be prepared enough

(02:20) Why I love high pressure situations

(05:05) Look in the mirror

Also mentioned in this episode:

What’s Your Back-Up Plan?

Connect with Elizabeth:

Web: https://www.elizabethkoraca.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethkoraca/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethkoraca/

Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeakinguppodcast/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethKoraca/

Twitter: Elizabeth Koraca (@ElizabethKoraca) / Twitter

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGl8fu0OF8KEFHKz312rl9Q

Welcome back to The Speaking Up Podcast. What if I told you that you already have exactly what it takes to create a strong, authoritative personal brand? You already know who you are. The key is to let everyone else know, too. And you can do this by creating a stand-out personal brand that shows you in your best light--all day, every day.

In today’s episode we’re going to talk about personal branding. It can feel like an intimidating topic, especially if you’re just starting out. But I can promise you that it’s not that complicated.

You’ll learn:

• What a personal brand is and why it matters
• How I developed my personal brand using 3 simple but powerful questions
• The 5 life-changing steps to develop your personal brand

When we hear the words “personal brand,” we often assume it refers only to entrepreneurs and influencers. This just isn’t true. Everyone has a personal brand. Everyone can benefit from learning about how to showcase themselves in a positive and empowering way, whether that’s on social media, in the boardroom, or on your LinkedIn profile.

Having a strongly defined personal brand instills a sense of credibility. It influences the way others see how you move through the world, both personally and professionally. It shows that you care how you show up in the world. It shows that you take pride in your image and believe in your own unique strengths and abilities.

It’s not a conscious thing. But people do respond differently to workers who show up ready to thrive, ready to bring something new to the table, rather than those who seem shy or standoffish. If you’re fading into the background, you’ll never climb the ladder.

I learned the hard way in broadcast journalism. There’s nothing scarier than reading off a teleprompter for the first time on live television. I had some missteps, and I probably missed out on some opportunities because I didn’t have the confidence in my twenties that I do now! But sometimes you don’t realize what you’re capable of until you’re forced to just... do it. Diamonds are forged under pressure, right?

Before I share my 5 life-changing tips to get started on developing your own personal brand, here are the 3 questions I asked myself to develop my own personal brand:

“What do I want to be known for?”

“What’s my story?”

“How will I show it?”

In the episode, I get into the detail of how the answers to these simple questions shaped my personal brand.

These are the five steps I recommend to my clients when they’re working on developing a personal brand. I walk them through these steps and help them design a strategic game plan.

In this episode I take you through these steps in more detail so that you can do the same.

Step 1: Define your purpose

Step 2: Decide on your desired outcome or vision

Step 3: Start creating your personal brand considering how you want to be perceived.

Step 4: Develop a strategy and craft your message.

Step 5: Execute your personal brand and tell your story.

No matter what space you occupy in the world, it all starts with a strong, solid sense of self. Whatever your desired outcome is, you’ll need a strong personal brand. It won’t happen overnight and you can of course start small by giving your digital presence a boost, asking thoughtful questions during meetings for example. Your confidence will shine through and give you an edge.

Here are the highlights from this episode: {1:54} What is a personal brand?

{4:50} Nothing we do in life is pointless

{5:57} What do you want to be known for?

{8:22} What is your purpose?

{9:35} Dress for the position you want

Connect with Elizabeth:

Web: https://www.elizabethkoraca.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethkoraca/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethkoraca/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethKoraca/

Twitter: Elizabeth Koraca (@ElizabethKoraca) / Twitter

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGl8fu0OF8KEFHKz312rl9Q

On this episode of The Speaking Up Podcast I am joined by Trae Bodge, a lifestyle journalist and smart shopping expert with a passion for helping you save money and get the best value from your purchases.

Trae has appeared on many shows including NBC Nightly News (my personal favorite), The Today Show and Good Morning America. She is also a media coach and is the co-founder of One Take Media Coaching.

In this episode we chat about how to get yourself in the media, and Trae reveals some of her expert tips including some all-important dos and don’t when it comes to pitching. She also talks to us about her own experiences of speaking up, and why it may not always win you friends but that shouldn’t deter you.

Click here to visit Trae’s website

Here are the highlights from this episode:

(01:47) Organization tips

(05:01) Pitching do’s and don’ts

(10:07) Getting in the media with no contacts

(14:25) Do what you need to do

Connect with Trae:

Follow on Instagram

Follow on Twitter

Connect on Facebook

Connect with Elizabeth:

Web: https://www.elizabethkoraca.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethkoraca/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethkoraca/

Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeakinguppodcast/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethKoraca/

Twitter: Elizabeth Koraca (@ElizabethKoraca) / Twitter

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGl8fu0OF8KEFHKz312rl9Q

Remember being told not to check your phone first thing in the morning?

Grabbing the phone, checking calendars, responding to emails – all of these have been blamed for causing a poor state of mind to start to day, but I don’t think it’s as clear cut as that.

This episode is all about helping you find a morning routine that works for you, as I highlight some of the other potentially toxic morning habits you need to kick to the curb, including:

• Constantly hitting snooze on your alarm clock.
• Don’t just move from the bed to the chair.
• Overwhelming yourself with tasks .

It’s time to start getting your day off to the best start, so figure out the most effective morning routine for you, and say goodbye to those toxic habits!

Here are the highlights from this episode:

(00:46) Do you check your phone first thing in the morning?

(01:45) Do what’s important for you

(02:56) Five toxic morning habits

Connect with Elizabeth:

Web: https://www.elizabethkoraca.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethkoraca/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethkoraca/

Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeakinguppodcast/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethKoraca/

Twitter: Elizabeth Koraca (@ElizabethKoraca) / Twitter

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGl8fu0OF8KEFHKz312rl9Q