<p><strong>Struggling to speak with confidence in high-stakes moments? Want to lead meetings, conversations — even your career — with more influence and clarity?</strong></p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of <em>Leaders Lane</em>, I speak with <strong>Dr. Laura Sicola</strong>, a global expert in leadership communication and executive presence. Whether you&#39;re leading a team, pitching an idea, or stepping into the next level of your career, how you show up <em>verbally and non-verbally</em> matters.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, we unpack:<br>→ How to <strong>command the room</strong> — even before you speak<br>→ What it really takes to <strong>connect with your audience</strong> (clients, teams, execs)<br>→ Why most leaders hit a “linguistic glass ceiling” — and how to break it<br>→ Simple mindset shifts to <strong>overcome fear of public speaking</strong><br>→ The three C’s of leadership communication: <em>Command, Connect, Close</em></p><p><br></p><p>This conversation is packed with actionable tips, relatable stories, and fresh ways to build your confidence and credibility — so you can stop holding back and start leading with impact.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve ever thought, <em>“I know what I want to say, but I’m not sure how to say it so it lands,”</em> — this one’s for you.</p><p><br></p><p>🔗<strong> Stay Connected With Me.</strong></p><p>Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/leaderslanepodcast </p><p>LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/monicakade </p><p>Website: http://www.monicakade.com/ </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Dr Laura Sicola</strong></p><p>Laura’s <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02EJ1IdC6tE">TEDx talk </a>with nearly 7,000,000 views: &quot;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02EJ1IdC6tE">Want to Sound like a Leader? Start by Saying Your name Right</a>&quot;</p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/drlaurasicola/">https://www.facebook.com/drlaurasicola/</a></p><p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/LauraSicola">https://twitter.com/LauraSicola</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drlaurasicola/">https://www.instagram.com/drlaurasicola/</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWri2F_hhGQpMcD97DctJwA">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWri2F_hhGQpMcD97DctJwA</a></p><p>LinkedIn <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vocal-impact-productions/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/vocal-impact-productions/</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@laurasicola">https://www.tiktok.com/@laurasicola</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>CTA -  Get 2 free chapters of my book: </strong><a href="https://speakingtoinfluence.com/2free-chapters/">https://speakingtoinfluence.com/2free-chapters/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Whole book link: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Speaking-Influence-Mastering-Leadership-Voice/dp/B0CP4D611Z/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1LVNB5J2S86IE&keywords=speaking+to+influence+laura+sicola&qid=1703782110&s=books&sprefix=speaking+to+influence+%2Cstripbooks%2C65&sr=1-2"><em>Speaking to Influence: Mastering Your Leadership Voice</em></a><em> </em>or listen <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Speaking-Influence-Mastering-Leadership-Voice/dp/B07QJ29BB8/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1LVNB5J2S86IE&keywords=speaking+to+influence+laura+sicola&qid=1703782168&s=books&sprefix=speaking+to+influence+%2Cstripbooks%2C65&sr=1-1"><em>Speaking to Influence </em>on Audible</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>