Executive Presence: What is it and Why Does it Matter?
Executive Presence matters. It’s one of the key ingredients that determines whether you rise within an organizations’ ranks-or not. We know it when we see it. But what is it, exactly? Executive Presence is a measure of image-determining whether you are “star material.” It’s authenticity; leading confidently, and being true to who you really are. […]
What Does it Mean to Be a Balanced Leader?
Welcome to 2016! This month we address a topic often longed for in the first month of the New Year: Balance. After the hectic holiday season and as the first few days of the calendar unfold, many of us desire to create something different. One word I often hear is “balance”. We write the words “create more […]
What’s in Your Leadership Box?
This is the last Step Up Leader Tip of 2015. As we wrap-up the year-end, and “unwrap” our gifts, I often use this time-for myself and with clients—to do some housekeeping-both mental and physical. This can include taking an inventory. Celebrate and acknowledge yourself while creating a placeholder that helps prepare for what you want […]
Getting Started: A Leadership Secret You Deserve To Know
Slow down to move fast. This important leadership secret underscores much of the work I do with leaders. At this hectic time of year, I thought it would be helpful to emphasize that how we start the day often determines how effective we are in our activities. It can be challenging to resist the urge […]
The Servant Leader: The Gift of Your Leadership
This week’s Step Up Leader post borrows from a timely post in Leading Blog. In the midst of the busy holiday season and the crush of important and urgent matters, it may be challenging to think about leadership priorities. Yet, it’s the perfect time to think of leadership as a long-term practice based in giving, […]