The path to executive presence will help you improve your relationships and understanding of others and yourself in powerful ways. In her book Executive Presence, Sylvia Ann Hewlett argues that ...

It seems like a cliché to talk about a world full of constant change and the challenges leaders are facing as they strive to keep up with disruption. We’ve been hearing about it for years, and it has ...

As we move into 2026, it’s time to examine the subtle behaviors that undermine our professional impact. As someone who works with mid- to senior-level leaders, I see and hear the ways in which ...

It happens all the time. A manager tells a high-performing employee, “You need to work on your executive presence.” For many, it triggers confusion or defensiveness. Is this about charisma? Style?

At least once a week, I hear from Sensitive Strivers – deeply feeling and high-achieving leaders – who ask, “How do I project more executive presence? This is such a common question because most ...

In today’s competitive business landscape, executive presence is no longer optional. It is the differentiator that determines whether a leader earns trust, builds loyalty, and closes high-stakes deals ...

It’s not how you look in the boardroom. It’s how your decisions land in it. It happens all the time. A manager tells a high-performing employee, “You need to work on your executive presence.” For many ...