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May 6, 2025 38 mins

“Great inspirational leaders are able to connect the bigger picture, that clear vision of what the future may bring, with the actions of today,” says Peter Stewart.

In this second part of a deep dive into Executive Presence, Daniel and Peter look at how good emotional management and an ability to inspire contribute to a strong executive presence.

Tune in to learn:

  • Why it’s important to balance authenticity and awareness of others
  • How storytelling and metaphor contribute to Executive Presence
  • The one thing leaders can do to elevate their Executive Presence and Influence

Plus, leadership lessons from Disneyland, and what different kinds of knives have to do with leadership.

Questions, comments, or topic ideas? Drop us an e-mail at podcast@stewartleadership.com.

To request a leadership presence self-assessment, e-mail us at info@stewartleadership.com

In this episode:

2:35 – Memory Lane: Leadership Lessons from Disneyland

11:08 – Topic: What is Executive Presence?

14:17 – Quadrant III: How You Manage Emotions

27:25 – Quadrant IV: How You Inspire

37:13 – Lightning Round

Resources:

“80 Years Later: The Legacy of Walt Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, The Walt Disney Family Museum

Stewart Leadership Insights and Resources:

Stewart Leadership Executive Presence Model

Podcast: Episode 35: What is Executive Presence? (Part 1)

What Is Executive Presence?

Self-Awareness is the Leadership Quality You Might Not Have

5 Behaviors to Help Develop Your Emotional Intelligence

6 Ways to Regulate Your Emotions for Leadership Effectiveness

Storytelling: The One Powerful Leadership Tool You Probably Aren’t Using Enough

The Power of Metaphor in Leadership

Podcast: Episode 1: The Power of Metaphor

5 Questions to Develop Your Personal Philosophy of Leadership

Video: Business Results: Earning Hearts and Minds

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