Leadership Skills | Executive Presence

Develop your leadership skills and learn the unwritten rules of Executive Presence with a sample of our curated collection of videos, podcasts, TED Talks, and expert interviews. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a seasoned executive, these resources will help you build confidence and leadership qualities that inspire trust and command respect in any professional environment.

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Know Your Values

Appearance & Presence

Adam Dill
Vice President, Sales

Identify what is important to you to ensure you align your environment to your values.

James Prince
Director, Client Success & Strategic Client Experience

Think about how you want to be received and dress to be confident.

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James Prince, Director of Customer Success Strategy and Strategic Client Experience at ADP

EXECUTIVE PRESENCE IN A HYBRID WORLD

James Prince draws on his 30 years of leadership in the Human Capital Management Space for iconic Fortune 500 brands to share best practices for developing a strong executive presence. James also discusses barriers African American employees continue to face in the workplace and offers strategies that leaders can implement to address these challenges.

From the Boardroom to Zoom: Tips to Navigating Executive Presence and Creating an Impact with Adam Dill, Chief Customer Officer at Wicked Foods

FROM THE BOARDROOM TO ZOOM
Tips to Navigating Executive Presence and Creating an Impact

Adam Dill, sales executive, broke down a common leadership challenge and provided a holistic perspective on what Executive Presence is and tips on how to lead with authenticity, decisiveness, and most importantly influence and inspire the people around us.

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You are contagious

Vanessa Van Edwards is an interpersonal intelligence expert and public speaker. After analyzing thousands of hours of TED talks to determine what makes speakers successful, Vanessa reveals that our behavior, from hand gestures to how we say ‘hello’, changes the way others perceive our confidence.

Your body language may shape who you are

Body language affects how others see us, but it may also change how we see ourselves. Social psychologist Amy Cuddy argues that “power posing” — standing in a posture of confidence, even when we don’t feel confident — can boost feelings of confidence. Trick your brain into having confidence, even when you are experiencing imposter syndrome.

 

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Everyone Communicates, Few Connect: What the Most Effective People Do Differently

The most effective leaders know how to connect with people. It’s not about power or popularity, but about making the people around you feel heard, comfortable, and understood. While it may seem like some folks are just born with a commanding presence that draws people in, the fact is anyone can learn to communicate in ways that consistently build powerful connections

DISCUSS | CONVERSATION STARTERS

Leverage these starter questions to discuss with your peers. Ask your manager for direct feedback about your Executive Presence and then set goals based on those opportunities.

 

 

Key Aspects of Executive Presence

Our curated content explores key aspects of Executive Presence, including:

  • Effective Communication: Learn how to articulate your vision and ideas clearly and persuasively.
  • Business Acumen: Sharpen your strategic insight to make informed, impactful decisions.
  • Composure and Confidence: Develop a calm and trustworthy demeanor, even under pressure.

Elevate your leadership skills with insights from our mentors and gain diverse perspectives on how to refine the traits that define exceptional leaders.

Your Leadership Journey with Menttium

This Executive Presence resource sample is part of the comprehensive support we offer through our mentoring programs. Our mentees gain access to a wealth of resources on critical leadership topics, including:

  • Career Planning: Craft a strategic roadmap for long-term success.
  • Personal Brand Building: Strengthen your unique value proposition and professional image.
  • Emotional Intelligence: Enhance your ability to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics.
  • Communication Skills: Refine your ability to connect and lead with clarity.

Explore these resources and then take a significant step toward becoming the leader you aspire to be by contacting us to join a Menttium program.