Jen Coken
Advancing Women Leaders. Inspiring Teams. Building Cultures That Thrive.
Travels from Annapolis MD, USA
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Speaks on:
Communication
Executive Presence
Authentic Communication
Coaching Skills
Constructive Conflict
Negotiation Skills
Speaks to:
Small & Medium Businesses (SMBs)
Other / Cross-Industry
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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
Critical Conversations: The Leadership Skill HR Can’t Afford to Avoid
A proven 4-step framework to run through before any hard conversation so you walk in prepared, not reactive
Why most feedback fails before it starts, and the one shift that changes everything
The GERMS model: how to turn an emotional complaint into a clear, useful conversation
How to use consent to make feedback land, not soften it
What to say when someone gets defensive, shuts down, or laughs it off
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60 minutes - half day
One-on-Ones That Actually 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
A replicable framework to create accountability without micromanagement
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60 minutes - half day
Make Imposter Syndrome Your Superpower: The Neuroscience Behind Self-Sabotage
Understand the neuroscience behind impostor syndrome and why it often appears during periods of growth and visibility.
Interrupt self-sabotaging thought patterns and shift from fear-driven decision making to values-driven leadership.
Reframe impostor feelings as signals of professional expansion rather than evidence of inadequacy.
Strengthen authentic executive presence without over-performing, shrinking, or self-editing.
Apply Jen’s P.O.W.E.R. Code to lead with clarity, courage, and personal vision.
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45 minutes - half day
The Power of the Ask: Negotiation Skills for Women Leaders
Reframe negotiation as a leadership skill rather than a confrontation.
Identify the internal barriers that prevent leaders from asking for what they need.
Use practical negotiation strategies to advocate for resources, opportunities, and influence.
Communicate value clearly and confidently without apologizing or over-explaining.
Practice real-world “ask” scenarios to strengthen negotiation confidence.
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60 minutes - half day
Executive Presence Under Pressure
Understand what executive presence actually signals to senior leadership.
Communicate recommendations with clarity and authority.
Avoid the common leadership behaviors that unintentionally undermine credibility.
Build visibility and influence without over-performing.
Demonstrate leadership readiness before the title changes.
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45 minutes - full day