She has Everest-size ambitions, a flawless track record and an uncanny knack for strategy. "I’d love to promote her, the CEO says, but she doesn’t have ‘it.’
"
"It," in this case, is
executive presence
, the elusive quality that has become a major focus in women’s leadership development circles. When leaders with executive presence speak, people listen – because the talk is filled with conviction. Over
the past few years, a mound of research has revealed that women executives can excel in every aspect of performance. But a gender gulf remains in the most crucial area: confidence. And confidence is the secret sauce in
executive presence.
The best news about confidence is that it’s easier to develop than competence – now you can start working on your ‘it."
How would your life be different if you could……
Project increased confidence, personal power and higher self esteem
Take small steps which build your confidence as a leader
Enhance your skill set in ten different areas to increase your competence
Communicate assertively and manage difficult people
Bridge the gap between where you are now and where you want to go
Recognize that technical knowledge by itself is not adequate to move you
ahead in today’s business world
Change self-limiting beliefs and incorporate new information into your
thinking and behavior
Learn a communication style that works for you and allows you to confidently
interact with your colleagues, clients and patients
If you are a woman who wants to get ahead in your career, call Jeannine Cassell at 713-977-2022 or email her at
Jeannine@confidenceandsuccess.com
