Setting goals to develop Executive Presence is a solid starting point for enhancing your leadership abilities and demonstrating you have the ability to be a great leader. At Corporate Class Inc., Executive Presence is neither exclusive nor elusive – it can be learned. Still, a powerful presence is not something that you can acquire instantly without guidance, training, mentoring, and practice. You must take time to understand and incorporate Executive Presence into your life while building your reputation to go with it.
However, do not let this discourage you from trying to improve Executive Presence as part of your leadership growth goals.. Instead, set achievable goals and identify stages on the path to developing a strong, credible presence – and suddenly it will seem easier than you think!
The Impact Leaders with Executive Presence Can Make
Developing Executive Presence is crucial for leaders aiming to inspire confidence and command attention. It involves exuding self-assuredness, demonstrating strong leadership qualities, and showcasing well-defined personality traits. While some may view Executive Presence as an innate trait, it’s a skill that can be honed through various means. Participating in Executive Presence training, coaching or mentoring, focusing on speaking skills and mastering effective communication techniques are all ways to build and strengthen your Executive Presence. Leaders with Executive Presence inspire trust and respect among their team members, paving the way for effective leadership and organizational success. By understanding what’s required and actively working on the elements of Executive Presence, you’ll be able to improve your leadership style and become a more successful leader.
Some Easy Tips for Developing Your Executive Presence:
Attend an Executive Presence Training Program or Seminar
Whether you are attending a half-day, one-day, or two-day intensive Executive Presence training program, you will gain a solid foundation on which to build your Executive Presence skills. We provide you with knowledge of all the components of Executive Presence as well as opportunities to practice them in a small-group setting.
With our training on all aspects of Executive Presence, including interpersonal and digital communication, non-verbal cues, executive dining, workplace best practices, professional image, and more, we set you well on your way to reaching your goal of developing Executive Presence.
Improve and Update Your Wardrobe
Once you understand how to achieve your look of success, act upon it by updating your wardrobe, accessories, and makeup tools accordingly. For example, does your wardrobe match the workplace culture and dress code of your current position? Do your garments appropriately fit your body type and your personal style? Swap out the items that do not put forth your best professional image. Even investing in one to two polished and appropriate pieces can go a long way for your image.
Attend Networking Sessions to Sharpen Communication Skills & Body Language
Do not simply practise your interpersonal communication skills at random when the occasion arises. Instead, purposefully attend networking sessions so that you can sharpen these skills. Take some tips from our blog on working a room – learn to enter a room with confidence, knowing you are prepared and have set your intentions to work the room. Make it a goal to introduce yourself to a few strangers and engage in small talk. The more often you do it, the more natural it will feel.
Practice Conducting Business Over a Meal
Just as you can practise interpersonal skills at networking events, schedule a business meeting over lunch in order to refine your executive dining. Start by inviting a close colleague or friend to a meal, so that you can focus on best practices for business dining in a low-pressure situation. This way, when you are meeting an important client or contact over lunch or dinner, you will feel in control.
Watch our video on 5 Business Dining Etiquette Tips to learn more.
After attending an Executive Presence training program apply your skills immediately in real-life scenarios, your Executive Presence will become increasingly stronger over time.
Additionally, with these single initiatives working together, ultimately Executive Presence will come naturally to you and you will have built a winning reputation. Focusing on small, achievable goals makes the path for you to develop Executive Presence attainable to anyone!