In academic and scientific conferences, studies show that women hold back during the Q&A. However, studies also show that when a woman is the first to ask a question, she can shift female participation rates that follow.Read More

At seven months in the womb, you could already hear your mother’s voice—the one that taught you how to communicate. So why is that same voice often judged as less “leaderly” on the world stage? Let’s take a closer look.Read More

One shout from the audience changed the tone of the entire panel discussion. That’s Agency Gifting — using your influence to lift someone else’s voice.Read More

The Lowdown on Uptalk: What it is, when it hurts, and how it can actually boost your conversational influence. From time to time, I hear someone say, “I can’t STAND it when women use uptalk!” (SIGH. 🙂 Newsflash: it’s not just women.) Let’s dive into this vocal affect that drives some people crazy. What is...Read More

No outgoing voicemail? Or one that hasn’t been updated in years? That is sending a message. And not a good one. But here’s what I’ve learned: Most people don’t have an outgoing message. Or, if they do, it’s missing even the basics, such as their full name. It starts like this: “Hi! It’s Rebecca! Leave...Read More

Ever had your story interrupted and hijacked? Not fun, right? 😭 This happens when there's a lack of Voice Equity (VoiceEQ)—a mindset that values all voices in the room. VoiceEQ can be challenging because, let’s face it, we all love the sound of our own voices! But it’s essential for fostering trust, inclusion, and diverse...Read More

When it comes to winning over an audience, there are many factors involved. But certainly, one of them is how you sound. For the sake of this article, I'm not referring to pitch, speaking rate, diction, or vocal inflections, all of which are important to address, but rather how your voice sounds as it's projected...Read More

How do You Improve Your Virtual Image? Having a stellar virtual image is no longer optional. Professionals in all industries and niches must view their digital presence as a cornerstone asset in their life. These days, the way people perceive you or your company image often plays a significant role in whether they choose to...Read More