Executive Presence Leadership Journey

Executive presence is a blend of personal traits and professional skills that command respect and inspire confidence in a business environment. It's often associated with senior leaders and is considered a critical factor in successful leadership. Here are key components that contribute to executive presence:

The program follows a three-phase approach.

Phase 1: A 3-week phase that customizes the executive presence journey for your organization. This includes interviewing key leaders and participants and preparing content to suit specific needs,  

Phase 2: The second phase of the executive presence journey focuses on conducting an executive presence-focused assessment and upskilling participants. This typically translates to a two-day workshop for the learners. The outcome of the workshop is application-focused outcomes for the learners.

Phase 3: The last phase of the executive presence leadership journey focuses on application at work. This a series of 6 individual sessions that the learners go through with a certified coach. The objective is to help businesses see results by helping learners overcome application barriers.

Measuring Impact

A before, during and after assessment is done to help measure business impact. This is done in a 360-degree assessment format

Leadership Engagement

It is important to engage sponsoring leadership meaningfully during the executive presence journey. The program has a customized approach that allows leadership and managers to engage with the learners on executive presence and application to work.

Nudges at work

To allow a higher impact, the executive presence leadership development journey has unique work nudges for learners during the course of their learning. This allows learners to actively apply learnings to work.

Core Modules

 

Module 1. Gravitas: Cultivating Depth of Character

·         Building a foundation of credibility and authenticity

·         Mastering the art of composure under pressure

·         Strategies for displaying confidence and decisiveness.

 

Module 2. Influencing without authority

·         Enhancing verbal and nonverbal communication skills

·         Storytelling techniques for compelling narratives

·         Active listening and powerful speaking tactics

 

Module 3. Personal Branding: Crafting Your Leadership Identity

·         Developing a distinctive leadership brand aligned with organizational values

·         Leveraging personal strengths and unique attributes

·         Consistency in professional image and digital footprint

 

Module 4. Interpersonal Dynamics: Building Relationships and Networks

·         Expanding influence through strategic relationships

·         Networking skills for building and maintaining powerful connections.

·         The role of empathy and emotional intelligence in executive presence

 

Module 5. Driving decisions

·         Techniques for engaging and persuasive public speaking

·         Crafting presentations that capture attention and drive action

·         Leveraging technology and media for impactful communication

 

Module 6. Resilience and Adaptability

·         Strengthening resilience to navigate organisational change.

·         Adaptability in leadership style to suit different situations and teams.

·         Managing stress and maintaining a presence in challenging environments

 

Program Features

·         Leadership Assessments: Customized executive presence focussed evaluation to identify leadership competencies and potential.

·         Interactive Training Workshops: Hands-on workshops designed to practice and reinforce new skills in a supportive environment.

·         Personalized Executive Coaching: One-on-one sessions tailored to address individual goals and challenges.

·         Real-World Application: Practical assignments to apply the principles of executive presence in actual business scenarios.

·         Ongoing Support and Feedback: Continuous access to coaching and resources to ensure lasting development and success.

 

Who is this for?

·         Senior Executives: Seasoned leaders aiming to refine their presence for higher impact.

·         High-Potential Leaders: Emerging leaders preparing for advancement into executive roles.

·         Specialized Professionals: Technical experts and specialists transitioning into broader leadership positions.

 

Benefits for Participants and the Organisation

·         Elevated Leadership Impact: A more commanding presence that inspires trust, drives motivation, and garners respect.

·         Improved Engagement: Greater ability to connect with and influence stakeholders at all levels.

·         Cultural Influence: Leaders who can embody and promote organisational values and culture effectively.

 

Begin your journey to remarkable leadership with our Executive Presence Journey. Connect with us to tailor this program to your leadership development objectives and take the first step towards transforming your executive impact.