Jen Coken
Advancing Women Leaders. Inspiring Teams. Building Cultures That Thrive.
Travels from Annapolis MD, USA
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Speaks on:
Authentic Communication
Coaching
Communication
Constructive Conflict
Executive Presence
Goal Setting
Speaks to:
Community & Civic Organizations
Other / Cross-Industry
Small & Medium Businesses (SMBs)
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Workshop
Keynote
Training
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Key Audience Outcomes
Participants gained practical tools to manage self-doubt and limiting beliefs, fostering a more positive and authentic self-perception.
Attendees learned to identify and address the root causes of their reactions, enabling them to respond more effectively in challenging situations.
Individuals felt empowered to embrace their fears and move past them, enhancing their confidence and ability to take action towards their goals.
Participants rediscovered and deepened their understanding of communication tools, leading to more confident and effective interactions in both professional and personal relationships.
Jen's Bio
Jen Coken is an internationally recognized Executive Leadership Coach, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of Make Imposter Syndrome Your Superpower. Featured on ABC, MSNBC, and TEDx, she specializes in helping women leaders—especially in male-dominated industries—strengthen executive presence, claim their authority, and lead with confidence under pressure, so they are seen, heard, and taken seriously when it matters most. With more than 25 years of experience coaching nearly 10,000 leaders worldwide, Jen brings a rare combination of insight and edge to the stage. A former political operative and recovering stand-up comedian, she understands power, perception, and presence from the inside out—and uses humor and candor to make complex leadership dynamics both accessible and actionable. Known for her dynamic, interactive keynotes, Jen equips audiences with practical, science-backed tools they can use immediately to lead with clarity, credibility, and impact.
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Jen Offers the Following Talks
Make Imposter Syndrome Your Superpower: The Neuroscience Behind Self-Sabotage
Decode the neuroscience behind self-sabotage and rewire unhelpful thought loops in real time.
Reframe impostor feelings as indicators of growth rather than proof of inadequacy.
Strengthen authentic executive presence without over-performing or pretending.
Apply Jen’s P.O.W.E.R. Code to lead from vision instead of fear.
Craft a personal leadership legacy statement that anchors confidence and clarity.
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60 minutes - half day
Critical Conversations: How Tough Talks Build Unshakable Leadership
Gain a clear, repeatable model (Clarity–Purpose–Impact)
Learn how to foster trust, create psychological safety, and promote real accountability in every conversation.
Develop the language and mindset to confront issues head-on
Equip your team with tools to give and receive feedback constructively
Master how to use consent and boundaries in feedback
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60 minutes - half day
The Power of the Ask: Influence, Own Your Voice, and Negotiate Without Apology
Own the room, your voice, and your no, without over-explaining or apologizing
Navigate power dynamics when you don’t have the authority (yet)
Ask for what you want in a way that feels authentic, not aggressive
Leave with a personalized, repeatable framework you can use in any conversation at work or at home
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60 minutes - half day
Strategic Planning that Doesn't Suck: The Next Six Months In One Powerful Map
Participants will leave with a clear six-month plan aligned with their core goals, including defined objectives, strategies, and tactics mapped out visually.
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90 minutes - full day
One-on-Ones That Work: The Coaching Strategy HR Can’t Ignore
Why performance reviews fall flat—and what to do instead
The 5 essential questions that turn every 1:1 into a leadership accelerator
How to shift from "fixing" to coaching without losing authority
The neuroscience of trust and how weekly check-ins boost retention
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60 minutes - half day