Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast

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Speak Your Mind Unapologetically is the leadership communication podcast for people leaders — managers, directors, and VPs — who want to speak up, lead bold conversations, and influence outcomes that matter.Whether you're addressing conflict, delivering feedback, leading meetings, or navigating difficult conversations, this podcast gives you practical strategies to:👉🏼 Communicate with clarity, confidence, and conviction=👉🏼 Influence decisions and build trust across functions👉🏼 Speak up under pressure — without sounding aggressive or backing down👉🏼 Encourage your team to share ideas, concerns, and feedback👉🏼 Tackle conflict, disagreement, and misalignment early and effectivelyYou’ll hear insights, frameworks, and stories from real workplaces — all designed to help you grow your leadership impact through communication.🎙 With 400+ episodes, the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast is trusted by people leaders across Fortune 500s, healthcare, tech, startups, and global organizations.ABOUT THE HOSTIvna Curi is a Fortune 500 speaker, TEDx speaker, and host of the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast. She's a Forbes contributor, author of Unapologetic Voice, and founder of the Assertive Way Institute. A former corporate leader with an MBA from INSEAD and over 20,000 leaders trained, Ivna brings global experience and real-world strategies that help leaders drive results through bold communication.ABOUT THE COMPANYAssertive Way Institute helps organizations empower people leaders to lead bold conversations, influence outcomes, and build courageous speak-up cultures. Our workshops and talks help people leaders become confident, clear communicators — and turn workplace communication into a competitive advantage.

Do You Speak Like a High Impact Leader?
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Apr 21, 2025 – 25:35
14 Ways to End Conversations: The Art of the Graceful Exit
Apr 15, 2025 – 29:12
From Prey to Partner: Communication Strategies for Positive Influence (with Amy Carroll)
Apr 7, 2025 – 26:24
10 Proven Strategies to Get Your Ideas Heard at Work
Apr 3, 2025 – 12:13
7 Powerful Strategies to Instantly Overcome Performance Anxiety and Silence Self-Doubt (Even If You Made a Mistake)
Mar 24, 2025 – 27:35
15 Practical Strategies to Stop Overthinking at Work
Mar 10, 2025 – 32:38
How to Handle Pushback Like a Pro: 8 Steps to Turn 'No' into 'Yes'
Mar 4, 2025 – 37:41
Servant Leadership Through The Service of Speaking (with Israel Duran)
Feb 17, 2025 – 26:26
Mastering Workplace Negotiations: Techniques for Asking with Confidence
Feb 12, 2025 – 28:40
10 Tips For Intentional Leadership Energy at Work
Feb 4, 2025 – 26:16
Embracing Ambition and Humility for Career Succcess (with Ashwini Balasubramanian)
Feb 3, 2025 – 46:55
Why Boldness Beats Baby Steps: The Secret to Speaking Up and Standing Out
Jan 21, 2025 – 23:28
Why Women Are Interrupted More: Strategies for Speaking Up and Being Heard
Jan 13, 2025 – 35:10
How to Outwit Your Brain’s Fear and Speak Boldly at Work
Jan 6, 2025 – 43:53
5 Traps Keeping You Stuck in Your Career (And How to Speak Up to Break Free)
Dec 9, 2024 – 35:56
8 Ways To Stop Feeling Guilty About Prioritizing Your Own Needs and Desires
Dec 2, 2024 – 35:11
3 Proven Ways To Advocate For Yourself At Work Without Sounding Pushy or Aggressive
Nov 19, 2024 – 01:04:15
10 Hidden Costs of Staying Silent – Why We All Need Self-Advocacy
Nov 14, 2024 – 20:05
Are You Your Best Advocate? Discover the Missing Self Advocacy Skills You Need To Take Control Of Your Career (Quiz)
Nov 12, 2024 – 37:24
Making Your Voice Count: Self-Advocacy for Recognition and Respect
Nov 11, 2024 – 15:15
Got a People Pleasing Boss? Here’s How to Handle It
Nov 5, 2024 – 21:43
Never Give Up: How Persistence Leads to Achieving Your Dreams (with Katherine Tuluzova)
Oct 28, 2024 – 48:50
20 Powerful Questions to Confront Passive-Aggressive Behavior at Work
Oct 22, 2024 – 26:40
Bold and Kind: Turning Assertiveness into Kindness
Oct 15, 2024 – 13:57
Unfair Treatment, Retaliation, Or Discrimination? Reporting Issues And Navigating Internal Investigations At Work (with Natalie Ivy)
Oct 7, 2024 – 45:46
Mastering Self-Advocacy: A Childhood Lesson That Every Adult Can Learn From
Oct 2, 2024 – 11:30
How to Pivot Your Career Successfully: Self-Advocacy Strategies for Change (with Kendra Matthews)
Sep 23, 2024 – 36:46
Courageous Leadership: Becoming a Trusted Advisor (with Dr. Nicole Wieberneit)
Sep 16, 2024 – 01:05:33
Breaking Barriers with Accountability and Influence: A Leadership Guide (with Mary Hope McQuiston)
Sep 9, 2024 – 47:29
Self-Advocacy at Work: Your Questions Answered
Sep 8, 2024 – 47:01
Mastering Self-Advocacy at Work: 6 Proven Ways to Advocate for Yourself
Sep 7, 2024 – 37:41
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Sep 2, 2024 – 42:08
Step Up Your Leadership Game: Use Appreciation Languages to Inspire Your Team
Aug 26, 2024 – 15:16
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Aug 19, 2024 – 22:13
Unleash Your Bold Voice: Master 6 Key Opportunities to Speak Up at Work
Aug 12, 2024 – 21:27
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Aug 7, 2024 – 20:50
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Aug 6, 2024 – 16:59
13 Proven Strategies to Foster Assertive Communication in Your Team
Jul 31, 2024 – 30:15
23 Brilliant Questions to Ask in Meetings That Showcase Your Intelligence
Jul 29, 2024 – 19:10
Finding Your Brave: Make Speaking Up Non-Negotiable (with Anupama Toshniwal)
Jul 24, 2024 – 46:22
Assertive Communication Made Easy: Learn the DESC Script for Effective Conversations
Jul 22, 2024 – 19:56
Mastering Assertive Eye Contact: 7 Tips To Boost Your Presence and Confidence
Jul 15, 2024 – 21:17
Your Words Are Your Best Friend or Your Worst Enemy – Depends On How You Use Them (with Indrani Halder)
Jul 10, 2024 – 41:40
Master the Five Minute Speak Up Debrief Ritual: Boost Courage & Speaking Skills
Jul 8, 2024 – 16:18
33 Essential Self-Advocacy Rights You Should Assert Daily
Jul 3, 2024 – 31:08
How To Respond Assertively When You’re Labeled Too Aggressive, Abrasive, or Difficult
Jul 1, 2024 – 21:16
3 Actions that Showcase True Commitment and Support
Jun 26, 2024 – 15:03
How to Protect Yourself from Manipulative People: 7 Effective Strategies
Jun 25, 2024 – 24:25
Find Your Bold Voice: 4 Things You Must Commit to Now
Jun 21, 2024 – 16:32

Recent Reviews

Laverne McKinnon

Super smart

I so wish I had this podcast earlier in my career but glad it’s here now! So many practical strategies about how to navigate external and internal challenges.
HIwilma

Extremely valuable

How did I not find this show sooner?! It’s quickly become a must listen for me. Insightful communication coaching from the host and her guests.
SKVA94

Valuable insights

Great show to listen to. You’ll gain understanding of how to be more assertive and become better communicators.
LydiaBydia

Skilled Connector

Ivna is a warm and inviting podcast host. She is constantly keeping her core audience top of mind, ensuring that the content she puts out is actually useful for them with strategies and tactics on how to find their voice and take up space. She skillfully asks thoughtful connections to the guest to uncover deeper insights.
Pooja3P

Insightful content and amazing host!

I am incredible proud to be a part of Ivan’s podcast. I listened to couple of her podcast sessions before and was impressed. For anyone willing to learn from the best professionals, make sure to listen to her podcast series. I love the name of the podcast as it very well aligns with my motto in life, “Be Bold, Be Brave, and Be You”.
Debbie didwell

More than a pep talk

Thank you for carefully curating this podcast to speak to the needs of the high-flying woman. Lots of useful advice that I can apply to everyday interactions at work!
Shatabdi Sharma

Igniting Passion

Ivna, thank you for curating such a wonderful series that unleashes your hidden potential and ignites your passion!!
Vikareyzelman

Amazing podcast

Actionable insights - great stories! One of the best podcasts out there!
Jopacl3357

Relevant and Inspirational

Wonderfully inspirational and relevant topics. Thank you Ivna for providing such a constructive forum in which to explore these issues and share our collective wisdom.
Suchitra Sivasankaran

AWESOME PODCAST

Ivnas back story , her purpose is so inspiring. The topics she picks, the guests she picks, the crisp questions she asks to unpack those topics and present them in such a powerful way- this host and this podcast is a must listen. Ton of applicable wisdom nuggets all the way. IVNA , you rock. Thank you for doing what you do.
Nicole Greer, PPCC

Awesome Podcast!

Communication is key in our families, businesses and communities. We need to speak our minds and practice “Truth Telling, Honesty, and Candor!” Ivna and her guests give you the strategies, systems, and smarts to do just that!
tands23

Great Conversations

The topics and speakers have great nuggets of advice and Ivna summarizes those in a wonderful , concise manner.
Doreen Downing

Full of Inspiration

These conversations are rich and we get introduced to guests who have stories where the had to stand up to be heard.
JNG2117

Thoughtful and value packed

I love Ivna’s thoughtful interview questions and how actionable the conversations are. You’ll find lots of practical tips that’ll help you stand out professionally and a super honest and real dialogue (which is rare). Love this show, thanks Ivna
ADY0731

collection of topics and content

Great content and speakers!!
FirstMILast

Anonymous

Absolutely love this series by Ivna! Such eye-opening conversations and inspirational stories.
Ima listener

A new favorite!

What an informative + entertaining podcast! I look forward to the content put out and never want to miss another episode! Highly Recommend A++
Dana Rubin

Practical, actionable information

We all need support to put our voices in the world effectively. Thank you Ivna for providing such useful information!
Bhakti and Milind

Powerful!

This podcast gives so many practical tips and insights into how to handle difficult situations at work and grow your careers!
bossgal22

Podcast is awesome!

This podcast has great tools and tips for navigating the world. I only wish a resource like this was available early in my career when I felt as though I didn’t have a relatable peer network. Ivna is a gem!
LMETx

Be assertive to resolve and prevent conflicts

I’ve loved listening to Ivna and her thought leadership on being assertive. She’s busted so many myths around “assertiveness” for me and shifted my mindset to see fully how being assertive is a way of clearly articulating my needs, expectations and boundaries. This is a must listen podcast!
liyaNYC

Very informative podcast!

Many things can be learned from this podcast!! Take a listen!!
LeaderInTech

Amazing Podcast

I got listening to these podcasts when Ivna contacted me to ask if I would like to be featured as a guest on the series. Since then I have listened to a few of them and plan to listen to a lot more. They are very insightful and heartening to hear relatable experiences of people. Each of us are made of our experiences and sharing it with other people helps all of us realize that we come with different perspectives because of our experiences. We learn and grow because of these positive and negative experiences. I love the way Ivna gets her guests to open up during her show with insightful questions and guiding them through the show. Great job Ivna.
womenLeader

Great for aspiring leaders

Whether at home or at work - Assertiveness is an essential skill to be heard and respected. Ivna has some great tools & stories to help you get out of your comfort zone and speak up! Great podcast , great host!
sfoperafan

Wonderful show

I thoroughly enjoyed being a guest on this inspiring show. Ivna is full of useful ideas and insights.
Ivna Curi

Inspiring podcast

I really like to listen to this podcast to hone my communication skills and gain more courage to speak up.
Parenting Coach

Powerful beyond measure!

Ivan has such a brilliant perspective on assertiveness and at the same time it is always a joy to listen to her on this podcast! Her expertise is priceless!