Ep. 11 | Presence Over Perfection – The Career Glow-Up You’ve Been Missing

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In this episode, I’m opening up about something that comes up all the time—how to actually show up in your career with confidence, clarity, and presence.

Whether you’re leveling up, shifting directions, or just trying to stand out more in a sea of Zoom meetings and shifting workplace dynamics, this episode is for you.

⏱️ Episode Breakdown

• [00:00] A DM That Made My Day (and Why It Matters)
  I kick things off by sharing a message from a listener who felt “personally attacked” (in the best way 😂) by Episode 9—and how moments like that keep me going.
• [02:30] Why I’m Hosting a Workshop on Professional Presence
  I’ve been thinking a lot about how we navigate pivots and new chapters. I wanted to create something simple and impactful to help women show up more confidently—especially in those uncertain moments. That’s where Confidently Corporate: Mastering Your Professional Presence came from. It’s not a “sign up now” kind of thing—it’s just there if and when you’re ready.
• [03:30] The Questions I Asked Myself (You Might Be, Too)
  I walk through some of the thoughts I’ve had during my own career transitions—“Am I showing up as the expert I am?” “Why do I still feel overlooked?”—and how those reflections led to big shifts.
• [04:15] A Promotion I Didn’t Get… and the Wake-Up Call That Changed Me
  This was a tough moment but a defining one. I share what someone told me that made me re-evaluate how I was showing up—and why it had nothing to do with my skillset.
• [06:10] Why Presence Still Matters (Even in Remote Work Culture)
  This isn’t about being perfect or extra polished every day. It’s about being intentional—about how you walk in the room, how you speak, and the energy you carry.

🔄 3 Key Shifts That Changed Everything for Me

• [06:50] Shift #1: Autopilot ➡️ Intentional Image
  It’s easy to default to what’s comfortable, but I talk about how dressing with intention changes how you feel—and how others see you.
• [07:45] Shift #2: Blending In ➡️ Brand Clarity
  You want to be known for something, right? I share how I got clear on my brand and how that helped me feel more grounded and confident across the board.
• [08:50] Shift #3: Doing More ➡️ Showing Up with Less Effort
  This one’s big. You don’t need to “do the most.” I break down how clarity and ease can actually be your superpower.

💼 [10:00] Why I Created Confidently Corporate

Honestly? I was hearing the same things from so many women: “I want to show up differently, but I don’t know where to start.”

So I put together a one-hour workshop that walks through the steps I used to refine how I show up—especially when I needed to pivot or reintroduce myself professionally.

It’s designed for busy women (like us), and it’s all about presence, not perfection. If it feels aligned, it’s there for you.

[11:00] Final Thoughts + Takeaway

• Your presence speaks before you do
• Define how you want to be seen—don’t leave that to chance
• You already have everything you need. This is just about helping you bring it to the surface

If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who’s ready to take that next step—or who might be feeling stuck and just needs a little reminder of their power.

🔗 Resources

• Join the Confidently Corporate Workshop
• Find Your Workday Wardrobe Style (Take the Quiz)
• @tishasburgess on Instagram
• Join the Together We Thrive Facebook Group