Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast

For People Leaders Leading Bold Conversations | Ivna Curi

Leadership

Assertive Communication

Self-Advocacy

Assertiveness

Communication Skills

Communication

Networking

Career Advancement

Career Development

Conflict Resolution

Confidence

Workplace Dynamics

Personal Branding

Workplace Communication

Feedback

Public Speaking

Women In the Workplace

Leadership Communication

Emotional Intelligence

Personal Development

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,... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	448	Founded	4 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Self-ImprovementManagementEducationBusiness

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Latest Episodes

They Said No — Here's Exactly What to Say Next (8 Steps to Overcome Workplace Resistance)

Getting a "no" at work isn't the problem. Not knowing what to do with it is. In this episode, you'll get a proven 8-step framework to turn workplace resistance into genuine cooperation — without pressure, without losing your composure, and without da... more

29 May 2026 • 37 min • Popular

She Waited for Someone to Offer Her a Promotion. Nobody Did. Ceridian SVP Geetanjali on Owning Your Career

A Recruiter She Never Asked for Advice from Told Her to Lower Her Ambitions. It Derailed Her for Months. What Geetanjali Learned About Who Gets to Define Your Ceiling.

She was doing great work, getting strong reviews, and waiting for someone to re... more

22 May 2026 • 44 min • Most popular

"Success Isn't About Who You Know. It's About Who Knows You." How a J&J Senior VP Went from Waste Picker to the Top

His Boss Told Him He'd Never Rise Above Engineer Level. Three Years Later, That Boss Reported to Him. Samuel Santos on Getting Noticed at Work

Early in his career, his manager told him the company had a prototype for success: blonde hair, green ey... more

15 May 2026 • 46 min

She Told Both Job Interviewers She Wanted to Be CIO. They Hired Her Anyway. Calendly's Head of IT Darlene on Being Unabashedly Ambitious

Her Dad Found a Rolex and Returned It. What That Taught Her About Asking for Everything.

Her father came to the United States in 1989 with next to nothing. He found a Rolex in a locker room while working as a janitor and returned it. The owner gav... more

8 May 2026 • 44 min

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Recent Guests

Samuel Moody Santos

Former Johnson & Johnson vice president; engineer and MBA; minister and author

Johnson & Johnson (former); In Spite of the Headwinds, My Journey from Waste Picker to Senior Executive

Episode: "Success Isn't About Who You Know. It's About Who Knows You." How a J&J Senior VP Went from Waste Picker to the Top

Darlene Reina

Head of IT at Calendly

Calendly

Episode: She Told Both Job Interviewers She Wanted to Be CIO. They Hired Her Anyway. Calendly's Head of IT Darlene on Being Unabashedly Ambitious

Lisa Martinez

Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer at Lee Health

Lee Health

Episode: She Was a Shy, Introverted Child Who Became a Chief Strategy Officer. The Realization That Changed Everything. (with Lisa, CSIO at Lee Health)

Daisy Xia

Head of Strategy and Financial Planning and Analytics at Revolut

Revolut

Episode: Years of Being Called "Hardworking and Quiet." How Revolut's Head of Strategy Daisy Rewrote Her Professional Brand

Malvika Jhangiani

Vice President of HR Learning and Development Segment at Newell Brands

Newell Brands

Episode: Be Brief, Be Bright, Be Gone: How Newell Brands VP Malvika Challenges Senior Leaders, Manages Type A Executives, and Turns Conflict Into Opportunity

Alejandra Torchia

SVP of Technology, Global Infrastructure Solutions at Equifax

Equifax

Episode: Your Job Title Can Evaporate Overnight. Your Internal Power Can't. Leadership Lessons from Equifax SVP Alejandra

Melissa Dill

Executive Director, Chief Privacy Officer at Kodiak Solutions

Kodiak Solutions

Episode: "I'm Not Responsible for How You Feel": How Melissa Stood Her Ground With an Intimidating Executive and Changed Their Relationship Forever

Wendy Delmolino

Senior tech executive with 30+ years in IT

Former Oracle and Microsoft executive

Episode: Crying at Work, Called Polarizing, Still Made It to the Top: Executive Presence Lessons with Wendy

Lily Lapenna

Communication expert and CEO of Verve, recognized with an MBE for social impact work.

Verve

Episode: Why Every Leadership Problem Is Really a Communication Problem (with Lily Lapenna, MBE and Amy Ewbank)

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Ivna Curi

Host of the Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings

Great listen!!
Honest, no fluff conversations about using your voice. Refreshing and useful.
Apple Podcasts
4
Ali3324
United Statesa month ago
Skills everyone needs!
This podcast makes it less daunting to have those uncomfortable conversations and navigate those times when you aren’t sure how to approach standing up for yourself professionally yet accurately. This should be required listening for everyone who wants to be a better communicator!
Apple Podcasts
5
ConfettiCreative.Co | PR
United States9 months ago
Unapologetically Five Stars
Host Ivna Curi generously shares mindsets and frameworks that will help you establish your credibility. Highly recommend.
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Apple Podcasts
5
talkAboutTalk
Canadaa year ago
Engaging, insightful and inspiring
I loved this podcast, and Ivna’s energy while interviewing is contagious. If you want practical, real life examples of how to speak your mind and be bold (despite your fears!) this podcast is a must-listen to.
I loved it because it is spoken from the lens of someone who has navigated her own struggles with speaking up and being bold, and is now inspiring others to do the same. Great listen!
Apple Podcasts
5
Career transitions Coach Kav
Canadaa year ago
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.
Apple Podcasts
5
Laverne McKinnon
United Statesa year ago

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the show consistently helps listeners build confidence and credibility in leadership communication.

Listeners praise practical, actionable strategies for speaking up and handling difficult conversations in professional settings.

The host's energy and guest lineup are repeatedly highlighted as engaging and insightful for real-world application.

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Apple Podcasts	#88	United States/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts	#207	Canada/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts	#126	Italy/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts	#19	Colombia/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts	#63	Ireland/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts	#73	United Arab Emirates/Business/Management

Talking Points

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She Waited for Someone to Offer Her a Promotion. Nobody Did. Ceridian SVP Geetanjali on Owning Your Career

Q: How did you overcome self-doubt and impostor syndrome when seeking advancement?

She emphasizes recognizing impostor feelings as normal, then countering them with mentors' guidance, concrete evidence of capability, and deliberate, fact-based self-evaluation to validate readiness for new roles.

She Waited for Someone to Offer Her a Promotion. Nobody Did. Ceridian SVP Geetanjali on Owning Your Career

Q: What were some of your biggest aha moments in your career?

The guest describes realizing early that owning her career means actively articulating aspirations and asking for the next steps rather than waiting for opportunities to appear, which she credits with accelerating her progression.

"Success Isn't About Who You Know. It's About Who Knows You." How a J&J Senior VP Went from Waste Picker to the Top

Q: What were some of the defining moments when you chose to speak up and push for advancement?

A recurring turning point was when a mentor dismissed his potential; instead of accepting limits, he sought out influential colleagues in marketing and other areas, which led to sponsorship and progression. He emphasizes that self-promotion should focus on selling ideas and their business impact, not boasting about personal attributes, and that persistence through multiple attempts and strategic positioning yields promotion.

Years of Being Called "Hardworking and Quiet." How Revolut's Head of Strategy Daisy Rewrote Her Professional Brand

Q: What is the 'golden three months' concept and how can new hires leverage it?

The first three months act as a security blanket to ask questions and learn without judgment, preparing you to contribute more confidently once you have context and relationships established.

Years of Being Called "Hardworking and Quiet." How Revolut's Head of Strategy Daisy Rewrote Her Professional Brand

Q: What was the turning point that made you decide to actively build your personal brand at work?

Realizing that delivering great results was not enough; you also need to be perceived as confident and influential. I focused on how I was seen and how I spoke about my work to shift people's perception.

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This leadership-communication show centers on helping people leaders speak up with clarity, confidence, and conviction. Across episodes, listeners hear practical frameworks for handling pushback, setting boundaries, giving and receiving feedback, and driving courageous conversations that influence outcomes. The host often blends real-world anecdotes with actionable techniques—ranging from goal-setting for speaking up to strategic phrasing and questions—to help managers, directors, and senior contributors lead more effectively without sounding aggressive or backing down. A standout throughline is turning difficult discussions into productive work moments that reinforce trust, psychological safety, and accountability within teams.

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1. Samuel Moody Santos
2. Darlene Reina
3. Lisa Martinez
4. Daisy Xia
5. Malvika Jhangiani
6. Alejandra Torchia
7. Melissa Dill
8. Wendy Delmolino

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