🎙️The Power of Saying “Yes” to Yourself with Jessica Rector | Real English Conversations for Global Professionals

In this week’s episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, host Curtis Davies sits down with Jessica Rector, MBA, keynote speaker, author, and co-founder of The Say Yes Experience, to explore how self-awareness, boundaries, and authentic communication can transform your personal and professional life. Jessica has empowered thousands of leaders and teams to reconnect with their confidence, purpose, and communication power. Through her dynamic speaking and coaching, she helps people lead with intention, protect their energy, and create positive momentum at work and beyond. ✨ In this episode, Jessica shares: 💬 How learning to say “yes” to yourself helps you communicate with more clarity and confidence 🧠 Why emotional honesty and boundary-setting are essential for great leadership 🚀 Simple mindset shifts that create more meaningful connections at work 💡 How to realign your purpose and rediscover motivation when you’ve lost direction 🌍 The link between self-belief and authentic, effective communication across cultures Jessica’s message is both powerful and practical, a reminder that the way we speak to ourselves is the foundation for how we lead, inspire, and connect with others. 🌐 Connect with Jessica Rector 💼 Website: JessicaRector.com 💬 The Say Yes Experience: SayYesExperience.com 🔗 LinkedIn: Jessica Rector on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicarector/ 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations 💬 Want to improve your English for business success? We currently have space for 5 professionals to join Teacher Curtis for 1-to-1 coaching. Book your trial session now and start speaking clearly, confidently, and effectively at work. 👉 Book your trial session here: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/ OR join the 90-Day English Challenge — now with 15% OFF using coupon code 90DAY15 🔗 Join the 90-Day English Challenge: https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/ 🌐 Website — realenglishconversations.com 🎧 Podcast — Apple Podcasts | Spotify 📘 Facebook — Real English Conversations 📺 YouTube — Real English Conversations Channel 📸 Instagram — @realenglishconversations 💼 LinkedIn — Curtis Davies 💖 GET FREE LESSONS & LESSON PACKAGE DISCOUNTS -> Support us on Patreon — patreon.com/RealEnglishConversationsPodcast

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🚀 Real English Conversations – Real English for Global Professionals Are you an international professional working in English? Do you need to speak confidently and naturally in high-stakes business situations? You’ve just found your competitive advantage. 🎧 Welcome to the Real English Conversations Podcast — the go-to resource for intermediate to advanced English learners who want to communicate like a professional, not like a textbook. Hosted by Teacher Curtis Davies, Confidence, Pronunciation & English Fluency Coach, the creator of Real English Conversations, this podcast is designed for people working in international companies or living in English-speaking countries who need practical, real-world English to succeed in their careers. Each episode focuses on powerful communication strategies, real conversations, and expert tips to help you: ✅ Speak confidently in business meetings ✅ Present ideas clearly and persuasively ✅ Handle job interviews and performance reviews ✅ Build relationships with clients and colleagues ✅ Communicate naturally — without sounding rehearsed or robotic Whether you're a tech professional, project manager, engineer, medical professional, or entrepreneur, The Real English Conversations Podcast gives you the tools to stand out professionally with the kind of English that gets results. 🌍 With over 14 million downloads worldwide and listeners in 120+ countries, we’re helping professionals like you build the confidence and fluency to thrive in a global business environment.