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Executive presence: Taking ownership of your personal brand
Do you want to gain access to more career opportunities? Then you need to be able to inspire confidence in others. Confidence that you have what it takes to lead and that you will deliver great results. You will be evaluated based on your substance - your experience,...
How can you make others look good?
Executive presence is not about impressing others, boosting your ego or being the center of attention. Other people's willingness to let themselves be influenced and inspired by you is closely related to how you make them feel and look in your presence. When you are...
Levity is not at odds with gravitas
Laughing TOO MUCH at work right now? I didn't think so. Working under pressure, striving for excellence and professionalism doesn't necessarily bring out our most humorous selves. (Add mid-winter fatigue and covid to that.) And yet, humour can be very effective in...
Better short and sweet than lengthy and sour
Do you sometimes tend to over-explain and take time to get to the point? When we are too verbose, there is the risk that others will tune out or avoid asking for our opinion. Being brief and concise shows that you are prepared, clear about your message, and that you...
Is it a bug or a feature?
"I want to remain authentic" is a comment I hear from many people I coach. Authenticity is key in building trust with others and in developing true executive presence. At the same time, it may also turn into an excuse for not taking on feedback or changing behaviours...
Ineffective speaking is like bad handwriting
My handwriting isn't always easy to decipher. When I write my own notes, I (mostly) manage to read them. If I write a thank-you note or a grocery shopping list for someone else, I know I need to make an effort to ensure they understand it. The same principle applies...
Are you cruising at the right altitude?
Are you cruising at the right altitude when you communicate? Does your speaking partner or your audience need all the facts and details? Or do you need to adjust your altitude to give a helicopter view with the big picture and only some key points? Adapting your...
Can you say that a bit louder, please?
Many of those who come to me for voice coaching want to learn to speak louder. Tired of having to repeat themselves or seeing people lean forward and frown every time they speak, they want to know how they can make themselves heard. It may sound like a trivial thing...
Video series: From Anxiety to Confidence
What makes you more nervous – presenting on video-conference or in-person?
I’ve put together 7 brief videos on the theme From Anxiety to Confidence, sharing ways to manage your nerves and keep your composure.
How to run effective & enjoyable virtual meetings
Virtual meetings don't have to be second rate. They can be just as good - or even better - than face to face meetings. In this video, learn how to set yourself up for success by putting some thought and effort into your preparation. https://youtu.be/DCPRry6nxk0 In the...
The Five Dimensions of Executive Presence
Executive presence is the ability to connect authentically with others, inspire and influence them to act. Simply put, your presence is the way you are in the world - how you show up, act, and interact with others. Your presence determines the quality of your...
Influencing others: The role of emotion
Already the ancient Greeks knew it: there is nothing such as appealing to people's emotion if you want to move them towards decision or action. Artistotle, in his principles of persuasion, stated that a strong rationale (logos) and personal credibility (ethos) are not...
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Client Reviews
“Maria has a tremendous ability to very lightly bring the voice one wishes to have, to life. Who knew I didn’t know how to breathe? Now, I do. And that makes everything better. She is enormously perceptive and unfailingly positive and runs a transformational workshop in a spirited and graceful way. I highly recommend you work with Maria to make your voice a tool that springs you forward.”
Caroline Rennie
MANAGING PARTNER AT REN-NEW CONSULTANCY
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