Episode 12 (Season 3) of the Empowering Women Podcast
ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Karen Laos is a keynote speaker specializing in communication and leadership. She is fiercely committed to equipping women in business to speak with clarity and stand out with unshakable confidence.
Over her 20+ year career, she has had rave reviews from Facebook, Google, Netflix, Sephora, Sony, NASA, Uber, Fidelity, Charles Schwab, Trip Advisor, Bacardi, Levi's, Microsoft, AT&T, UnitedHealthcare and Johnson & Johnson.
She got her start in human resources at Gap Inc and oversaw training & development at Decker Communications, where she led a team consulting executives on how to influence through your presence and message.
Karen’s style is approachable, fun, and engaging. She connects quickly and leaves audiences feeling empowered with practical tools to apply immediately.
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QUOTES
“We can actively choose to have the power of self-agency.”
“I grew up believing that you needed to look to an authority figure to tell you what to do.”
“My dad always taught me I could do anything I wanted with enough determination and persistence. He taught me how to negotiate at a young age so I’ve never really been afraid to ask for what I want or to be confident.”
“Most people wouldn’t think I was not confident. But on the inside there would be times would I feel scared to really show be true self.”
On the Empowering Women Community: “What I didn’t expect was the incredible women I see each month when we have a call. I didn’t expect how this help blossom my career, connections, and ultimately community.”
On her upcoming talk at the Empowering Women Conference (3C’s to Command Any Room with Confidence): “I am also a ‘recovering rambler’. I love to help women stop rambling and get to the point…so they can be seen and heard; more visible.”
On ways we give away our power – over apologizing: “Let excuse me or thank you for understanding be your default (not I am sorry).”
On trusting your gut: “ Start by asking yourself, ‘How do I feel about this?’ and then dive deeper.”
