Speaking to Influence with Laura Sicola
This week, we’re starting a four-episode miniseries on finding your voice and increasing your influence as a leader.
My guest to kick it off is Dr. Laura Sicola, a leadership communication and influence expert, and a renowned speaker, former bilingual K-12 teacher and university professor who holds a PhD in educational linguistics from the University of Pennsylvania.
With over 20 years of experience, she has coached TED speakers, delivered her own TED talk with over 7 million views, and appeared in major media outlets. Her clients include notable organizations like Comcast, GSK, and IBM.
Her book is Speaking to Influence: Mastering Your Leadership Voice.
Laura and I discuss:
- Whether you are seen as a leader (not whether you believe you are a leader)
- Communication — what does it help you do as a leader?
- Image and reputation goals: mapping them out, making them authentic, understanding their relevance to your impact
- How to choose and use the right words
- The Three Cs of Vocal Executive Presence: Command, Connect, and Close
- How can I build my brand as a "go-to expert" and speaker?
Learn more at www.laurasicola.com and www.speakingtoinfluence.com
About the host
Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies, a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Bluesky or LinkedIn
I also host Sideline Sessions, a podcast for coaches and parents of student-athletes. The show features conversations with coaches and performance experts in the NFL, NBA, NCAA, Olympics, and more. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3Rp0QGt
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Creators and Guests
Host
Ross Romano
Co-founder of Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies. Strategist, consultant, and performance coach.
Guest
Dr. Laura Sicola
Founder: Laura Sicola Inc., TEDx Speaker w/ 6,900,000+ views, Podcast Host, Author, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker
