Jen Coken

Leading Expert in Impostor Syndrome & Bold Leadership Transformation

Travels from Annapolis MD, USA

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Speaks on:

Communication

Executive Presence

Personal Growth

Authentic Leadership

Constructive Conflict

Resilience

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Workshop

Keynote

Training


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Jen captivates audiences with her enlightening blend of brain science and practical strategies that disrupt limiting beliefs and imposter phenomenon. She creates a safe, warm space where attendees feel understood while delivering thought-provoking insights that spark immediate action and self-reflection. Her sessions equip participants with tangible tools to embrace fears, manage self-doubt, and communicate more effectively, all delivered with refreshing humor and authenticity that makes complex concepts accessible. Clients seek her out for her unique ability to help individuals and organizations address vulnerabilities, build trust, and transform workplace culture through what attendees describe as "exciting," "fun," and "very engaging" presentations.
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.

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Jen's Bio

Jen Coken is an executive coach, speaker, and comedian who helps high-performing leaders overcome impostor syndrome, master tough conversations, and lead with unshakable presence. With 30+ years of experience coaching nearly 10,000 leaders across industries—from Fortune 1000 execs to scrappy startup teams—Jen fuses strategy, neuroscience, and humor to deliver keynotes that are insightful, inclusive, and unforgettable. Whether you're leading a global org or stepping into your first leadership role, Jen’s talks resonate deeply and deliver real tools for transformation. Known for turning tough topics into aha moments and laughter-filled breakthroughs, Jen leaves audiences inspired, energized, and ready to lead with more authenticity, confidence, and clarity.

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Jen Offers the Following Talks

Executive PresenceCommunication

Network Like a Pro: Ditch the Awkwardness, Build Real Relationships

  • Craft a Magnetic Elevator Pitch Learn how to share who you are and what you do in a way that sparks curiosity not cringe.

  • Connect Without the Cringe Master simple strategies to approach anyone, start meaningful conversations, and keep them going—without fake small talk.

  • Follow Up Like a Pro Discover how to follow up without feeling spammy, so you actually build relationships (not just collect business cards).

  • Ditch the Nerves, Boost Your Mojo Get over the fear of networking with mindset shifts and confidence tools that help you walk in like you own the room.

  • Laugh While You Learn This isn't a lecture, it's an experience. You'll gain real-world skills while laughing till your cheeks hurt.

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Authentic LeadershipPersonal Growth

Cracking the P.O.W.E.R Code (Leadership)

  • Challenge Linear Thinking Learn to spot and disrupt outdated beliefs and behaviors that limit your leadership effectiveness in a fast-changing world.

  • Define Your Leadership Identity Gain tools to clarify how you aspire to lead—so you can show up with intention, vision, and personal integrity.

  • Lead from a Creative Zone Shift from reactivity to creativity, learning to make proactive decisions that align with your goals and core values.

  • Embody Multidimensional Leadership Balance financial outcomes, team dynamics, and customer needs while leading with authenticity, empathy, and agility.

  • Turn Insight into Action Walk away with practical, immediately applicable tools to elevate your leadership and drive meaningful impact.

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Personal GrowthExecutive Presence

Make Imposter Syndrome Your Superpower: The Neuroscience Behind Self-Sabotage

  • Learn to recognize and repurpose impostor feelings as growth indicators.

  • Strengthen executive presence without performing or pretending.

  • Create a personal leadership legacy statement that aligns with internal values.

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ResilienceTeam Leadership

Failing Spectacularly: The Secret Weapon of Resilient Teams (Leadership)

  • Identify the internal stories that sabotage confidence and innovation.

  • Build group norms that embrace learning from failure.

  • Develop a shared “Resilience Charter” to guide the team through future stressors.

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Constructive ConflictCommunication

Critical Conversations: How Tough Talks Build Unshakable Leadership

  • A Framework for Tough Talks Gain a clear, repeatable model (Clarity–Purpose–Impact) to approach any difficult conversation with confidence, compassion, and precision.

  • Strengthen Trust & Accountability Transform conflict into connection by learning how to foster trust, create psychological safety, and promote real accountability in every conversation.

  • Speak Up Without Blowing Up Develop the language and mindset to confront issues head-on—without triggering defensiveness or backing down under pressure.

  • Build a Feedback-Ready Culture Equip your team with tools to give and receive feedback constructively, making open, honest dialogue part of your team’s DNA.

  • Set Boundaries with Authority Master how to use consent and boundaries in feedback, ensuring conversations are productive, respectful, and rooted in mutual ownership.

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