Aug 20, 2024
What if you could command a room and be recognized as a leader regardless of your title or position?
In this engaging episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with Dr. Alexa Chilcutt, a certified executive coach and faculty lead for the Executive Business Communication certificate and co-lead for the Academy of Women in Leadership programs at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. Together, they explore the 10 characteristics of executive presence and discuss how you can grow your confidence and be acknowledged as a leader.
Dr. Chilcutt, with her extensive experience in executive education and corporate training, emphasizes the importance of perception, authenticity, and values in leadership. She brings to light crucial insights from her research showing that perceived executive presence significantly impacts career advancement, with staggering statistics indicating it as a critical factor in professional growth.
Join Nicole and Alexa as they dissect the essential characteristics of executive presence, discuss practical steps to enhance your leadership potential, and address the unique challenges faced by women in climbing the corporate ladder. This episode is packed with actionable advice, personal anecdotes, and expert guidance to help you showcase your leadership qualities effectively.
What We Discuss in this Episode
- What are the 10 characteristics of executive presence according to Dr. Alexa Chilcutt?
- How does perceived executive presence impact career advancement?
- Why is non-verbal communication crucial in building executive presence?
- What are the unique challenges women face in demonstrating executive presence?
- How can individuals advocate for themselves and increase their visibility in professional settings?
- What practical tips can help you manage your impression and enhance your executive presence?
- Why is it important to differentiate between written and verbal communication as a leader?
- How can strategic sharing of accomplishments benefit women in leadership roles?
- What role does empathy and authority play in effective leadership communication?
- How can one use a 1-minute pitch to create opportunities and advocate for themselves?
Podcast Highlights
0:00 - Introduction to executive presence and leadership.
6:16 - 10 characteristics of executive presence.
9:33 - Executive education and nonverbal communication.
13:04 – Crucial aspect in commanding a room.
15:50 – The unique challenges women face in growing their executive presence.
17:52 - Shifting perceptions and leadership through strategic language.
21:15 - Intentionality, strengths, and assertiveness in women.
26:36 - Empathy and authority as powerful leadership traits.
30:01 - The importance of relevance and influential presentations.
31:01 – Alexa’s forum for executive presence.
34:20 – Wrap up
Favorite Quotes
"Think about the impact that nonverbal communication has. Your body language and tone of voice are crucial in building trust and rapport." - Dr. Alexa Chilcutt
“Out of 400 surveyed, 89% believed that a high level of perceived executive presence absolutely contributed to their career advancement.” - Dr. Alexa Chilcutt
Episode Resources and Show Notes: https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/leadership/507-mastering-your-executive-presence-with-dr-alexa-chilcutt
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