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EPISODE · Apr 22, 2025 · 30 MIN

What is Executive Presence? Part 1

from The Leadership Growth Podcast · host Daniel & Peter Stewart

Leaders “take up a lot of space,” says Peter Stewart.What leaders do in that space can be the difference between great business and people results–and bad ones.In today’s episode, Daniel and Peter tackle the topic of executive presence–how it’s evolved over the years, what it means today, and how leaders can develop and improve it so they show up with credibility and confidence.Tune in to learn:What a modern model of Executive Presence looks likeHow decision-making impacts Executive PresenceThe one thing leaders can do to establish professional credibilityExecutive Presence is about more than just what a leader wears to work. “It’s how you show up as a leader,” says Daniel. Leaders of any age, gender, and personality can develop a well-rounded presence that gets business results and people results.Questions, comments, or topic ideas? Drop us an e-mail at [email protected] this episode:1:59 – Insight of the Week7:15 – Topic: What is Executive Presence?11:03 – The Stewart Leadership Executive Presence Model15:13 – Quadrant I: How You Show up22:52 – Quadrant II: How You Decide29:23 – Lightning RoundResources:People I (Mostly) Admire Podcast: Interview with Jonathan Levin, President, Stanford University (Freakonomics Radio Network)Stewart Leadership Insights and Resources:Stewart Leadership Executive Presence Model5 Executive Presence Superpowers of Quiet LeadersThe One Crucial Element that Can Boost Executive Presence for Women5 Ways Your Decision-Making Impacts Your Executive PresenceWhat Is Executive Presence?Develop a Strong Executive Presence by Focusing on These 4 Areas10 Tips that Will Improve Your Presentation Skills5 Characteristics of Leaders Who Show Up with Authority4 Steps to Effective Decision-Making5 Questions to Develop Your Personal Philosophy of LeadershipVideo: Business Results: Earning Hearts and MiIf you liked this episode, please share it with a friend or colleague, or, better yet, leave a review to help other listeners find our show, and remember to subscribe so you never miss an episode. For more great content or to learn about how Stewart Leadership can help you grow your ability to lead effectively, please visit stewartleadership.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube. 

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