EPISODE · Mar 3, 2026 · 21 MIN
Women in Business: Find Your Confidence & Voice
from Cut Through the Noise with Aisling O' Rourke
Welcome to Season 12 of Cut Through The Noise with Aisling O’Rourke, your go-to podcast for mastering the art of communication in your business!This season is all about women in business, strategic communication, and building authority through how you speak and show up.In this opening episode, host Aisling O'Rourke, founder of The Communications Coach, sets the tone for the season by exploring how communication shapes perception, influence, and leadership.This isn’t about performative confidence or empty empowerment slogans.It’s about practical communication decisions that shape how you’re perceived, in meetings, online, and in the marketplace.While this episode welcomes all listeners, it’s particularly focused on helping women in business find and use their voice in environments that weren’t always designed with them in mind.🔑 In this episode, you’ll discover:Why the issue is rarely capability — but positioningHow language softening undermines authority (and what to say instead)Practical ways to contribute with clarity and confidence in meetingsThe importance of understanding power dynamics before you speakHow to handle interruptions without escalating or retreatingWhy structured thinking signals leadershipThe role leaders play in shaping communication cultureThe difference between discomfort and incompetence when speaking upFinding your voice isn’t about becoming louder.It’s about becoming intentional, strategic, and clear in how you communicate your value.Make sure to check out our YouTube!YouTubeIf you would like to get involved in the podcast or work with The Communications Coach email us: [email protected] is by Amanda FitzgeraldConnect with Aisling:Website Email InstagramLinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to Season 12 of Cut Through The Noise with Aisling O’Rourke, your go-to podcast for mastering the art of communication in your business!This season is all about women in business, strategic communication, and building authority through how you speak and show up.In this opening episode, host Aisling O'Rourke, founder of The Communications Coach, sets the tone for the season by exploring how communication shapes perception, influence, and leadership.This isn’t about performative confidence or empty empowerment slogans.It’s about practical communication decisions that shape how you’re perceived, in meetings, online, and in the marketplace.While this episode welcomes all listeners, it’s particularly focused on helping women in business find and use their voice in environments that weren’t always designed with them in mind.🔑 In this episode, you’ll discover:Why the issue is rarely capability — but positioningHow language softening undermines authority (and what to say instead)Practical ways to contribute with clarity and confidence in meetingsThe importance of understanding power dynamics before you speakHow to handle interruptions without escalating or retreatingWhy structured thinking signals leadershipThe role leaders play in shaping communication cultureThe difference between discomfort and incompetence when speaking upFinding your voice isn’t about becoming louder.It’s about becoming intentional, strategic, and clear in how you communicate your value.Make sure to check out our YouTube!YouTubeIf you would like to get involved in the podcast or work with The Communications Coach email us: [email protected] is by Amanda FitzgeraldConnect with Aisling:Website Email InstagramLinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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