#18 - Executive Presence

Having the ability to inspire confidence is crucial to lead others and allows you the opportunity to gain access to executive roles.  On this episode G Mark Hardy and Ross Young discuss executive presence:

• What is it
• Why you need it
• How to get it

We will discuss Gerry Valentine's 7 Key Steps to building Your executive presence:

1. Have a vision, and articulate it well
2. Understand how others experience you
3. Build your communication skills
4. Become an excellent listener
5. Cultivate your network and build political savvy
6. Learn to operate effectively under stress
7. Make sure your appearance isn't a distraction