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January 8, 2025 26 mins

A coaching client wonders what elements need to be present for someone to appear ‘executive.’ Two executive coaches ponder this question and come up with five elements they deem essential.


Categories in the archive to explore:

Developing New Behaviors

Executive Presence

Perception – How You’re Perceived


Six episodes to dive into:

189 - Don’t Take Anything Personally

178 - Executive Presence – Three Pillars

168 - Influence

108 - Shouldering the Burden of Leadership

23 - Speed of Thought


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