Executive Presence

How it actually works…

What’s the secret that executives don’t want you to know?

Being smart, hard-working, and loyal are not enough for you to advance in this organization. Neither is providing value.

As long as I'm not convinced that you can lead well, you will be passed over for others I believe can.

When I say you need to work on your Executive Presence, this is what I really mean, but perhaps have not clearly articulated.

Nothing you do, even things I recommend, will matter unless it changes my opinion of your ability to lead well.

I don't know how or don’t have time to teach you how to generate more Executive Presence so I leave it to you to figure out.

The Code of Executive Presence

How come everyone has a different take on Executive Presence? How come even those who have it cannot really explain it?

Trainings aren't much better. They advocate mimicry of others by proposing you change what you say, do, or wear. However, this makeover approach ignores the source of Executive Presence. The trappings are just the wrappings.

Unfortunately, until you understand the underlying mechanism behind Executive Presence, you will not be able to generate it.

Part of the Everybody Thrives program, “Executive Presence and the Diversity Dilemma” uses the 6 Degrees of Executive Presence to finally reveal how Executive Presence is actually generated. It also teaches you how to generate it without having to imitate or worse, become someone you are not. This can be a daily struggle for those who do not fit the external mold of an executive.

Ever stop to consider why it's called Executive Presence and not Executive Speaking, Doing, or Dressing?

More than your title, height, looks, or tone of voice, it's your internal state of being that has the most powerful impact on how others perceive you in any situation.

The 6 Degrees of Executive Presence highlight various states of being that when present at the right time, inspire confidence in your ability to lead.

In other words, they are the key to feeling like a leader and unlocking your Executive Presence. Remember, it's not what you say, do, or wear, it's how you make people feel that generates Executive Presence. Nothing. Else. Matters.

Gain traction. Move forward.

Do you enjoy being loyal, adding value, and getting great feedback, only to see others get the promotion you deserve? Ever ask your boss what it takes to advance, only to be met with vague advice?

Ever get the nagging feeling that your leaders don’t fully grasp why they are promoting some people and leaving others behind?

The good news is, it doesn’t have to be this way. Unlock Your Executive Presence: Feel Like a Boss finally reveals:

• Why you can have all the right stuff, but still be passed over

• A blueprint for being seen by everyone as a leader

• The 6 Degrees of Executive Presence and how to wield them

By the end of the book, you will have everything you need to increase your Executive Presence, be seen as a leader, and finally reap the rewards you so richly deserve!