Taylor & Francis Ltd Paperback English
The Presence Principle
Embodying Executive Presence to Lead with Impact
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This book is the first executive presence (EP) guide specifically designed for diverse professionals who want to lead authentically while embracing their full selves. It demystifies the often ambiguous concept of EP, offering a clear, actionable roadmap for professionals at every stage of their leadership journey. Whether you’re navigating early career challenges or stepping into senior to C-Suite leadership positions, this book equips you with the tools to lead with confidence and grace. What sets this book apart is its inclusive and visual approach to executive presence. Unlike traditional leadership guides, it addresses the needs of a diverse workforce and explains EP through accessible language and memorable illustrations. It also tackles modern leadership challenges—such as building presence in virtual environments and on social media—while incorporating expert insights from fields like artificial intelligence, personal branding, and visual communication. The structured "Inform, Equip, Empower" framework ensures each chapter delivers practical strategies, reflective exercises, and real-world applications. Written by an EP subject matter expert (SME) and a world-renowned opera singer who, together, have built and taught professionals around the world, this book takes the most empowering view of EP to provide readers with tools they can immediately apply. This book is ideal for a wide range of readers from early-career professionals and business students to high-potential employees and seasoned executives. Sales professionals looking to enhance their influence and anyone seeking to elevate how others perceive their leadership will also find immense value. No matter your background or career stage, this guide empowers you to develop a strong, authentic EP in today’s dynamic business landscape.
This book is the first executive presence (EP) guide specifically designed for diverse professionals who want to lead authentically while embracing their full selves. It demystifies the often ambiguous concept of EP, offering a clear, actionable roadmap for professionals at every stage of their leadership journey. Whether you’re navigating early career challenges or stepping into senior to C-Suite leadership positions, this book equips you with the tools to lead with confidence and grace. What sets this book apart is its inclusive and visual approach to executive presence. Unlike traditional leadership guides, it addresses the needs of a diverse workforce and explains EP through accessible language and memorable illustrations. It also tackles modern leadership challenges—such as building presence in virtual environments and on social media—while incorporating expert insights from fields like artificial intelligence, personal branding, and visual communication. The structured "Inform, Equip, Empower" framework ensures each chapter delivers practical strategies, reflective exercises, and real-world applications. Written by an EP subject matter expert (SME) and a world-renowned opera singer who, together, have built and taught professionals around the world, this book takes the most empowering view of EP to provide readers with tools they can immediately apply. This book is ideal for a wide range of readers from early-career professionals and business students to high-potential employees and seasoned executives. Sales professionals looking to enhance their influence and anyone seeking to elevate how others perceive their leadership will also find immense value. No matter your background or career stage, this guide empowers you to develop a strong, authentic EP in today’s dynamic business landscape.