When you think about executive presence, do you picture someone filling the room with a booming voice, endless words, and commanding energy? Many assume that credibility comes from saying more but in reality, the opposite can have far greater impact. Executive presence isn’t about being bigger, louder, or longer. It’s about being clear, composed, and intentional. […]
Ep 73: Constraint as an Executive Presence Power Move Read More »
Are you unknowingly sabotaging your leadership by staying too busy? Senior executives often fall into the trap of emotional buffering, keeping themselves occupied with tasks and meetings to avoid discomfort, tough conversations, or strategic thinking. While it feels productive in the moment, this sneaky habit can erode influence, limit results, and quietly weaken leadership presence.
Ep 72: Breaking the Cycle of Emotional Buffering in Leadership Read More »
What if executive presence isn’t about how you look or speak but about how you feel? In this episode, we explore why emotional regulation is the foundation of true leadership presence. You’ll learn how your internal state affects every room you walk into and why no amount of polish or posture can override the energy you bring.
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Are you trying so hard to be seen as “nice” that you’re avoiding the hard conversations that actually make you a great leader? In this episode, we’re diving into what it really means to lead well at the senior executive level, beyond surface-level kindness and into the kind of leadership that drives results while respecting your
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Is executive presence just about how you dress or speak in meetings? Not even close. This episode explores the deeper truth behind executive presence and why it has everything to do with your mindset before it ever shows up in your behavior. Executive presence is often talked about but rarely understood. It’s not about being
Ep 69: The Summer Reset: Executive Presence Read More »
What if executive presence isn’t something you have, but something you can build? Today’s episode is all about demystifying one of leadership’s most misunderstood traits and demonstrating how presence isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room. Listen in to learn the seven core behaviors that shape executive presence, as well as a simple
Ep 68: 7 Ways to Strengthen Your Executive Presence Read More »
Feeling like something needs to shift, but not sure what? This episode is your invitation to hit pause and consider a summer reset. Whether you’re feeling overextended or uninspired, we explore how this season can help you reflect and realign with what matters most. You’ll learn about the two reset pathways leaders are leaning into
Ep 67: The Summer Reset: Tuning Into What You Really Need This Season Read More »
What do you do as a senior leader when you don’t feel certain but everyone expects you to be? In this episode, we explore the tension leaders face when navigating uncertainty. Whether it’s internal restructuring or the general unknowns of the business landscape, leadership isn’t about having all the answers, it’s about how you show up when
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Submitting resumes and hoping for a callback doesn’t cut it anymore, especially at the executive level. If you’re a senior leader wondering why your job search feels harder than ever, this episode is for you. Career and Executive Coach Maya Sharfi joins us to break down the new rules of executive transitions and how to
Ep 65: The New Rules of Executive Career Moves with Maya Sharfi Read More »
Whether it’s a subtle comment from a coworker, skepticism from a superior, or well-meaning concern from family, doubt can rattle even the most confident senior executive. In today’s episode, we’re tackling how to navigate those moments with clarity and confidence. You’ll learn why these doubts often have more to do with the other person than
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