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Do you struggle to speak up in meetings, advocate for yourself, or feel truly seen at work as an introverted or quiet professional? In this interview, I sit down with Emmy-award-winning journalist, top keynote speaker, and Soulcast Media CEO Jessica Chen—best-selling author of Smart Not Loud: How to Get Noticed at Work for All the Right Reasons—to talk about how quiet achievers can build real executive presence, visibility, and confidence without becoming someone they’re not.

In this conversation, we dive into the mindset and communication skills that help quiet, thoughtful professionals get recognized, promoted, and respected in loud workplace cultures. You’ll learn practical frameworks, scripts, and daily habits you can use to speak up, handle tough questions, and build a powerful career brand while staying true to your quiet nature.

Find more from Jessica here: https://jessicachenpage.com/ and her book Smart, Not Loud here: https://smartnotloudbook.com/

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00:00 Why you may stuggle to speak up in meetings - an introduction

02:02 Introducing Jessica Chen (Emmy award winner, CEO of Soulcast Media, LinkedIn Learning instructor, featured in Forbes/Fortune/Entrepreneur) and what Smart Not Loud is about.

04:59 Quiet culture vs loud culture: how your upbringing shapes your communication at work

11:04 It's not about changing who you are, it's about teaching new skills to expand the person you are

12:12 How to answer on-the-spot questions when you don’t have the perfect answer (transparency + pivoting)

16:10 The 4A framework to chime into fast-paced meetings (Active listening, Acknowledge, Anchor, Answer)

20:20 Building calm, confident executive presence through connection and active listening

23:15 Overcoming nervousness: Anchor in expertise, own your message with conviction

27:43 Promotions reality: Build alliances & visibility (hard work alone isn't enough)

31:35 Authentic connections: Use universal topics like food/travel to bond & brand yourself

34:56 Mindset for leaders: introspection to shift internally & get promoted

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📙Hear more of my story and lessons learned in my new best-selling book “The Quiet Achiever” - available now! https://www.lindaraynier.com/book

🗣️Are you ready to go from working hard and staying quiet to becoming a calm, confident, trusted leader? Book a call with me so we can get you to that next level. https://www.lindaraynier.com/qtc

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I’m so excited to share this conversation with the incredible Selena Soo, who has transformed how I think about building meaningful relationships in business and life. If you’re a quiet achiever like me, you know how challenging it can be to navigate networking and career growth without burning out or feeling inauthentic. In this video, Selena dives deep into practical strategies for cultivating rich, quality connections that truly support your journey without the fluff or pressure. From powerful mindset shifts to hosting meaningful gatherings and crafting unforgettable introductions, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to help you move from quiet to confident. Don’t miss these game-changing tips that could change the way you grow your career and relationships forever!

Find more from Selena here: https://www.selenasoo.com/ and here: https://richrelationshipsbook.com/

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00:00 How I met Selena

02:39 Selena's pathway to building rich relationships

07:10 One rich relationship is more valuable than 100 casual connections

11:04 The importance of gatherings and networkings for introverts

15:35 Jeffersonian-style table conversations

17:10 Fish-hook introductions

18:45 Navigating cultural barriers and confidence

24:05 Relaxed abundance

29:43 Reframing networking for introverts

40:38 Where can I learn more about Selena

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I've always known I wanted to be a mom, but what I didn't expect was how much motherhood would challenge the identity I built as a high achiever. For years, my life revolved around goals, results, and career success, but becoming a parent completely shifted my priorities and sense of self. I realized my expectations and identity had to evolve because I was no longer the same person I was before kids.

In this video, I'm sharing 4 key lessons that helped me navigate the balance between my ambition and motherhood. You'll learn how parenthood can reshape and deepen your professional identity, why your well-being directly impacts your family's happiness, and how protecting your energy is the key to long-term fulfillment. I also talk about why I’ve found that I’m actually a better parent when I’m doing meaningful work that aligns with my purpose.

If you're a career-driven parent who feels torn between family and career, or if you're going through an identity shift after becoming a mom, this video will help you reconnect with yourself and find peace in this new chapter. Parenthood isn't the end of your ambition; it's the evolution of it.

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📙Hear more of my story and lessons learned in my new book “The Quiet Achiever” - available October 14th! https://www.lindaraynier.com/book

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