Standing on Business: Executive Presence, Communication and Confidence | Jo Newell, CEO of Monday Strategies

2025-05-22

In this episode of Trust Be Told, host Richard Roman sits down with Jo Newell, leadership strategist, executive coach, and Founder of Monday Strategies and Drop The Mic, to unpack what it really takes to build and sustain trust as a leader. Jo shares powerful insights on executive presence, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the importance of communication in cultivating organizational culture. From being the first Black woman to lead the Orlando Regional Chamber to launching two impactful...

In this episode of Trust Be Told, host Richard Roman sits down with Jo Newell, leadership strategist, executive coach, and Founder of Monday Strategies and Drop The Mic, to unpack what it really takes to build and sustain trust as a leader. Jo shares powerful insights on executive presence, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the importance of communication in cultivating organizational culture.

From being the first Black woman to lead the Orlando Regional Chamber to launching two impactful companies, Jo brings over 15 years of leadership experience to the table. Together, we explore how trust is earned daily, why authenticity is a game-changer in professional spaces, and how underrepresented leaders can thrive, not just survive, in executive roles.

Whether you're a manager, aspiring leader, or entrepreneur, this conversation offers actionable strategies for leading with confidence, communicating with impact, and building lasting trust in any environment.

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