The Hidden Factor Executive Presence: How to Find It, Keep It and Leverage It

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Within the qualities of effective leadership, lies the more elusive concept of executive presence. Some define it as an aura; others say it is swagger and the ability to command a room. Still others say it is authenticity and personal confidence. Most often, it is the deciding factor in top level promotions. The Hidden Factor defines what executive presence really is, how you get it and how it can be leveraged to define a leader better than any other quality being measured. Executive presence has always existed, but in recent years, it has resurfaced as a hot topic among C-Suite executives, succession planners and development officers. It is one of the top qualities evaluated in potential leaders and is often the missing component that limits promotion. Through surveys and in-depth interviews with over 400 executives, we validated a range of presence attributes and the impact of those attributes in corporate settings. The interviews offered access to top executives stories and their thoughts on presence across their careers. Their insights combined with our coaching expertise offer an in-depth look at the concept of presence and one s ability to use this Hidden Factor to get ahead in any organization.

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"Sally's vast experience in helping senior leaders become better communicators pays off nicely in this insightful look at one of the least explored, but most powerful aspects of leadership. A great read!"
-Steve Soltis, Director, Leadership Communications The Coca-Cola Company

"It's interesting and valuable to understand presence as one of the intangibles that differentiates someone as a leader. Presence is a professional advantage, but it also inspires confidence in executive decision-making and strategy. So presence is as much an organizational competency as it is a personal attribute. Within our organization, Sally has helped expand our thinking and provide practical strategies to give presence the focus it deserves."
-Kelly Regal, Executive Vice President Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.

"Sally truly understands the potential for impact in communication, and she knows how to develop the skill in others. Her work with our team has helped with message development and delivery. She has great insight into how to combine content and presence to ensure the message gets heard and 'has impact'."
-Doug Williams, President and CEO iHealth Technologies

"Sally Williamson knows how to command a room--and a book. Throughout The Hidden Factor, she uncovers the mysteries of executive presence and offers proactive approaches to help leaders leverage it as a steppingstone to great-ness. With this book, Williamson opens new doors. Don't miss the opportunities that dance behind them."
-Lorri Freifeld, Editor-in-Chief Training magazine

Author Bio

Sally Williamson is a leading resource for improving the impact of spoken communication and executive presence. As President and founder of Sally Williamson & Associates, she specializes in executive coaching and developing custom workshops for groups, ranging from formal presentations to everyday communication, as well as selling situations. For thirty years Sally has been developing key messages and coaching professionals to improve their executive presence and overall impression. She is the driving force behind SW&A, an executive coach, an engaging trainer, author, and speaker.