
“You are what you negotiate—not a penny more.” Charity auction powerhouse and best-selling author Lydia Fenet (The Most Powerful Woman in the Room Is You; Claim Your Confidence) joins Jenna to talk confidence, sales, public speaking, and getting paid what you’re worth.
Lydia has raised $1B+ for nonprofits (including $33M in 4.5 hours at the Naples Winter Wine Festival) and shares the exact tools she uses on stage—and in salary talks.
You’ll learn
The Strike Method: a simple pre-moment ritual + a locked opening line to flip nerves into control.
How to reframe adrenaline (Springsteen style) and use it to energize your delivery.
Storytelling that sells: widen the appeal, make it about them, and create community from the mic.
Why “your company will pay the least it can”—and how to ask every year (with specifics).
The money muscle: talk about pay, maximize 401(k) matches, and let compounding work for you.
Negotiation moves that work: map the role you want, name your number, and be ready to walk.
Showing up as you: ask kindly, clearly, and often—no bluster required.
Fast-track your speaking chops: Toastmasters, improv, and saying “yes” to reps.
In short: practical, high-leverage tactics to own the room and own your worth.