On this episode I'll be touching on a topic that is very personal to me, as it's something I struggled with early on in life. I'm going to tell you how to be assertive.

When I moved to New York City with ambitions to become a TV news anchor, I was jumping into an industry where you didn't just have to feel confident, you had to act confident too.

Assertiveness is often mixed up with a lot of negative perceptions of arrogance, aggression, or controlling / demanding behavior. In reality, being assertive is all about confidence, and in this podcast I share a couple of quick tips to help you become more assertive, including:

1. Say your affirmations.

2. Ensure your energy is going in the right direction.

3. Keep a close support system.

If you follow these tips you too can become more assertive and level up your career!

Here are the highlights from this episode:

{2:15} Assertiveness is a learned behavior

{4:08} Balance assertion with emotional intelligence

{5:59} Reaffirm your personal power

Also mentioned in this episode:

Episode 6: How to Make Your Affirmations Work for You

Episode 12: Cultivating Emotional Intelligence

Connect with Elizabeth:

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

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

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

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Twitter: Elizabeth Koraca (@ElizabethKoraca) / Twitter

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Negative feedback is one of the hardest parts of any job, and makes for difficult conversations in the corporate world. You've probably had it in the past, and when it comes it can feel like a wave of negativity crashing over you. If doubt and self-criticism gets triggered it can be hard to shake off.

So in this episode I'm going to tell you how you can best deal with criticism, how you can have those conversations in a productive way, and how you can turn it into a positive for you and your career.

I also give you some rapid-fire tips which you can apply in your own life, including:

1. Get out of your head.

2. Remember that your company values you.

3. Don't dwell on the past.

Remember, it's very easy to take criticism as a personal attack, but you don't have to feel that way. Empower yourself with the confidence to deal with it in the way you want.

Here are the highlights from this episode:

{2:10} It's easy for anxiety to skyrocket after criticism

{6:05} Feedback fuels improvement

{7:56} They wouldn't hire you if they didn't value you

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

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Everyone knows that one person. The one who is always better, bigger, grander and more important than anyone in the room. The person who will one-up you no matter what you're talking about or what his or her role is in that conversation.

Unfortunately, that person probably gets ahead. Why? Because they are not afraid to shout out their successes and point out how wonderful they are. They know they need to promote themselves and their contributions. They know they have to be their own best advocate.

In this episode I show you what you can do to make sure you gain the recognition you deserve, and make the career strides you want to by implementing these self-promotion strategies:

1. Impress the boss!
2. Timing is everything – know when and how to share your accomplishments.
3. Be honest and admit to failures.
4. The quality of your work should speak for itself.

If you take the time to follow these steps, you will soon see the results as your colleagues' perception of you begins to change.

Here are the highlights from this episode:

{1:14} It's not always easy to talk about yourself

{3:12} Finding the accomplishments that set you apart

{6:53} Learn to get comfortable with public speaking

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

This episode is all about goal-setting, and how you can use them to take control of your day, be more productive and, most importantly, tame that nasty tornado brain!

I also talk through some actionable steps and important takeaways you can use to tame tornado brain, including:

1. Progress leads to progress.

2. Reaffirm the importance of your goals.

3. Set SMART goals.

Goal setting is an important part of figuring out what you really want, and giving yourself the drive to achieve it.

Here are the highlights from this episode:

{1:48} You are more likely to achieve a goal if you write it down

{5:26} Everyone needs a roadmap

{7:40} SMART goals

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

Are you stuck in a rut with your personal brand? Is your image in need of a major revamp? Do you find this is impacting your career? If not, it certainly could be! We've all heard of the saying 'dress for the job you want, not the job you have' and so today's episode gives you some important strategies to help you give your career the makeover it deserves, including:

1. Think about where you can improve.
2. Expand your network.
3. Create an action plan.

When I first arrived in New York City, determined to become an on-air news anchor, I overdressed every day, because I got into the mindset of the person I wanted to be, not the person I am. Eventually, I got my dream job, and if you start using the tips from this podcast you may eventually get yours too!

Here are the highlights from this episode:

{1:32} Increase your visibility.

{3:05} The power of persistence.

{6:11} Walking talks create valuable conversations

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

We're kicking off this week with a big topic - empowerment. One question I get more than any other is how did I become such a confident speaker? I got this way through a lot of practice, trial and error, and on-air experience.

In this episode I'm going to tell you exactly how I achieved the things I wanted. You too can break out of your pattern of self doubt by following these simple steps:

1. Stop doubt in its tracks.

2. Ask yourself empowering questions.

3. Believe that success is already yours.

These tips and tricks are highly effective - I know from experience!

Here are the highlights from this episode:

{2:10} Trial and error

{3:02} Learning under pressure

{6:34} Reframe your doubt

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

On this episode of The Speaking Up Podcast I want to talk about courage. Specifically, I'm going to give you tips to help you find your own courageous voice.

Here are some pointers to help you strengthen your courage muscle:

1. Consult with your inner critic.

2. Be vulnerable.

3. Plan ahead.

4. Stay true to your values.

5. Build your credibility.

By using these five pointers, you can find your own courage and have the confidence to speak up!

Here are the highlights from this episode:

{1:14} Embrace your courage

{3:00} The more you speak up, the more your courage muscle grows

{5:42} Talk with your inner critic

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: http://www.twitter.com/ElizabethKoraca

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

If I asked you to measure your happiness on a scale of 1 to 10 right now, what would you say?

In this episode I talk about how you can set up your own happiness scale, and use it to help you measure your own happiness and put your goals into perspective. Are you only a 3? Stop trying to leapfrog straight to 10 - what would get you to a 4, or a 5? Focus on improving your happiness one step at a time!

I am going to give you some practical steps you can take to measure your own happiness, including:

1. Draw your own happiness scale, with 1 being the worst time in your life and 10 being the best. Where does today fit?

2. Track your emotional energy and use it to guide your happiness.

3. The Spoon Theory

Using the tips from this podcast, you can start taking control of your own happiness.

Here are the highlights from this episode:

{1:14} You CAN measure happiness

{3:15} Don't be an Eeyore

{5:19} Take control of your emotional energy

{6:19} Take time to do what makes you happy

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

2020 was a year like no other; a wild ride that many of us still haven't fully recovered from. While you may not be feeling as optimistic as you were before the Covid pandemic, it's important to stay focused on dealing with the challenges in front of us.

If you're feeling trapped or lost, don't worry! In this episode I'm going to share some strategies you can implement right now to ahead of the curve, such as:

1. Write down your goals

2. Print out your goals and manifestations. Place them somewhere you can see them everyday

3. Write down your own strengths and weaknesses and use them to your advantage

So let's make sure 2022 is a year we can all be proud of, where we get our lives back track and start building the success we deserve.

Here are the highlights from this episode:

{1:14} It's can be hard to stay hopeful

{3:53} Make your dream life a reality

{5:43} The science behind writing things down

{8:40} Brianna Wiest's Guided Journal

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

Rejection is something we all face at some point in our lives. Whether it's unrequited love or an unsuccessful job interview. But rejection isn't something you should avoid, it's something you should use to empower you, and that's what this episode is all about.

When you get a hard 'NO', let it fuel you and drive you to succeed next time, and I'm going to share some practical advice to help you do just that, including:

1. Use rejection to drive you.

2. Have a strategy.

3. Prove them wrong.

So don't settle. Keep dreaming big and stop looking at rejection as failure, because you only fail when you give up!

Here are the highlights from this episode:

{1:36} Rejection can make you stronger

{3:03} Push through the frustration

{5:00} Sometimes you win and sometimes you learn

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