I was an elementary school teacher for 6 years. So when my manager at my first-ever corporate job invited me in for my first one-on-one meeting, I was so excited! But, I was not prepared for what came next! You’ve
It lives beyond the spotlight. Think executive presence is just for big presentations and stages? Think again. True executive presence is not about performing. Watch and listen as I share how executive presence lives beyond the spotlight!
Command respect—don’t compete for it. Executive presence isn’t about speaking the loudest, taking over conversations, or asserting dominance. In this week’s video, I’m busting the myth that power comes from volume. Influence isn’t forceful. It’s intentional.
Presence comes before promotion. Executive presence isn’t reserved for senior leaders – it’s what helps you get there. In this week’s video, I’m busting the myth that executive presence is only for those at the top. The truth is, it’s
It’s not in your DNA. My daughter, Reese, and I became frustrated when we used to watch the dance competition show, “So You Think You Can Dance.” There was one judge who often said to the brilliant performer, “Oh, you’re
Is it all about looking the part? No, but yes! Take a look at this week’s video where I’m busting another myth on executive presence – that it’s only skin deep.
Challenged with charm and charisma? While charm and charisma may light up a room, they don’t have the power you may believe when it comes to executive presence. In fact, you may be misclassifying these traits and ignoring what’s really
We assume they’re tuning out – but are they really? It’s easy to assume that when someone doesn’t understand us, they’re not paying attention. In this video, I share a personal story with my son, Ethan, that challenges this assumption
We focus on the flash, but miss the power source. When we watch great communicators, it’s usually all about the delivery. But there’s something deeper going on that most people never notice. In this video, I’m sharing what’s really driving
Feel like you’re not “personality-packed” enough to be a strong communicator? You’re not alone – and you’re not wrong to question that. In this video, I break down why charisma isn’t the secret sauce we think it is and what
Is more communication always better? Research finds that one of the top drivers of burnout is lack of clear communication. Research also finds that one of the top drivers of employee disengagement is poor communication. Then one might assume that
Thank goodness for AI – now I don’t have to be a good communicator. WHAT?? AI can be a tool if you struggle with #communication, but it will eventually hold you back! And if you believe only naturally good communicators
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