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Ask five members of a leadership team what the company does, which problems it solves and what makes it different. You may hear five different answers. Each answer might make sense on its own. The problem appears when prospects, candidates, customers or referral partners hear those different versions. What feels like a minor inconsistency inside the company can make […]
You know executive presence when you see it, but can you define it? While it’s easy to recognize when someone possesses this “it factor,” it’s harder to describe exactly what separates the strongest, most effective leaders from everyone else. Here's a working definition. Executive presence is the blend of communication and listening skills, leadership behaviors and […]
Imagine sitting in a room with a prospect, and they scroll on their phone while you speak. You likely feel frustrated, annoyed, insulted, ignored — maybe even disrespected. Video calls are no different — others notice when you do things that show you're not fully present. If you often behave this way, they'll view you […]
When presenting to prospects, potential investors or your CEO and board, you know you need strong content and confident delivery. But neither guarantees buy-in. Plenty of executives have both and still walk out without the outcome they came for. What's the secret of those who consistently get the outcomes they want? Understanding their audience. While you prep slides and rehearse your remarks, really think […]
How outdated company messaging costs you pipeline The CRO of a B2B services firm was reviewing recorded sales calls, trying to figure out why sales were down, when something jumped out. Three senior sales executives described the company in three different ways — none of it consistent with the company's current strategic direction, website or […]
