How to Build an Executive Presence

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Beginner level

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2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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Identify and develop their authentic executive presence + ROI
Manage strategic relationships
Develop their own strategic executive presence journey map

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This course is designed to equip learners with knowledge and concepts around building a powerful executive presence while ﬁnding the balance between self-promotion and genuine contribution, asserting your presence and collaborating eﬀectively with others. I will share with you how

After coaching executives for the past 15 years and spending time with hundreds of CEO's as a Vistage presenter, I can help you stand out without creating a perception of self-serving motives or overshadowing team contributions. Would you like to learn how to be seen for the right reasons, in the right way, at the right time and by the right people? This course is designed for aspiring leaders, mid-level managers, senior executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals seeking to enhance their professional growth and impact. It offers practical strategies to develop an executive presence that balances authority with authenticity, empowering participants to stand out and lead effectively in any professional setting. Interest in professional development and willingness to learn and apply new skills and concepts. Desire to enhance executive presence and openness to feedback and self-improvement through self-reﬂection and exercises. After completing this course, learners will be able to analyze and cultivate their authentic executive presence, maximizing their Return on Investment (ROI). They will also demonstrate proficiency in strategically managing relationships and devising a personalized journey map for their strategic executive presence development.

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12 videos4 readings4 assignments

12 videos Total 53 minutes

Introduction to the Course & Meet Your Instructor 3 minutes
What is Executive Presence and How it Shows up in Board Rooms 2 minutes
How to Build Trust to Increase Influence 6 minutes
Mistakes Hurting Your Visibility 4 minutes
Demonstrating Results in the Workplace 4 minutes
How to Identify and Secure a Role in High-Visibility Projects 6 minutes
How to Identify Key Players and Their Power/Influence in Your Organization 6 minutes
Strategic Relationship Management 5 minutes
Identify Your Style of Leadership and Influence 5 minutes
Common Blind Spots 6 minutes
Develop Your Strategic Journey Map 3 minutes
Congratulations and Continuous Learning Journey 2 minutes

4 readings Total 20 minutes

Course Overview 5 minutes
How to Develop Your Executive Presence When You're Working Remotely? 5 minutes
4 Simple Steps to Building Your Network and Getting Booked Solid 5 minutes
The New Rules of Executive Presence by Sylvia Ann Hewlett 5 minutes

4 assignments Total 50 minutes

Knowledge Check: Identify And Develop your Authentic Brand And Executive Presence + ROI 10 minutes
Knowledge Check: Strategic Relationship Mapping And Management 10 minutes
Knowledge Check: Develop Your Strategic Executive Presence Journey Map 10 minutes
How to Build an Executive Presence 20 minutes

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Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

This is fantastic leadership course. thanks to the instructor.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2025

I liked the conciseness of the course. The instructor is very clear and shares her own experience and advises on how to apply the concepts she describes in an effective way.

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

good course that you can discover different aspect while creating a executive presense

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