From the course: Transitioning from Manager to Leader
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Develop executive presence
From the course: Transitioning from Manager to Leader
Develop executive presence
- Some people call it the leadership x-factor, others describe it as executive presence. No matter what you call it, we all recognize it when we see it, and its impact is undeniable. First, what is executive presence? Admittedly, it's tough to define, but we see it in people who exhibit an image, demeanor, and behaviors that instantly communicate leadership. People with executive presence speak, and present, with ease and influence. They use diplomacy and tact. They project self-assurance, and manage their emotional reactions. They can command attention in a room without saying a word. Taking this to the next level, people with executive presence have an uncanny ability to balance attributes that seem to be opposites. They actually combine them for greater impact. Many times, revered leaders are both strong and vulnerable, decisive but flexible, strategic yet creative, outgoing but simultaneously introspective.…
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