Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategy to thrive in your career.

In this 17-minute episode, I’m diving into something that many of us hear about but don’t always fully understand: executive presence.

You know that “it factor” people talk about—the ability to walk into a room and instantly command attention? That’s executive presence. And here’s the thing: it’s not just for CEOs or people at the top of the ladder. You can build it too, no matter where you are in your career.

🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What executive presence really is—and why it matters at every career level
• The core traits that make people stand out as credible, confident leaders
• Practical strategies to help you develop presence in both in-person and virtual settings
• Communication tips to help you speak with clarity, calm, and confidence
• My own reflections on navigating leadership and visibility
• And a few powerful mindset shifts and quotes to inspire your journey

I share the five key elements of executive presence you can start building today—like grounded confidence, clear communication, active listening, staying composed under pressure, and above all, showing up with authenticity. Plus, I offer real-world tips for how to project presence in hybrid and remote environments—because yes, you can lead with impact on Zoom too.

Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or looking to sharpen how you show up at the top table, this episode is packed with tools to help you lead with intention and influence.

🎯 What Next?

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Useful Resources

· The Confidence Code by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman – a brilliant book on how confidence is built and what holds us back

· Executive Presence by Sylvia Ann Hewlett – a must-read for understanding the three key pillars of presence

· Amy Cuddy’s TED Talk: “Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are” – powerful insights on non-verbal confidence and posture

· "How Women Rise" by Sally Helgesen and Marshall Goldsmith – excellent for identifying habits that may be holding you back

I would love to know what you think of the episode