Early in my career, I was told to dress for the job that I wanted. Looking the part matters, but executive presence is much more than the right attire. If you want to bring your best forward everyday, here’s what makes a difference in interviews and on the job:
- Be in the present and be prepared
- Listen more than talk
- Make decisions with the big picture in mind
- Say “yes” to unexpected opportunities
- Own your mistakes and articulate the growth that came from them
- Quantify your successes and give credit to those who helped make them happen
- Avoid subconscious messaging, choosing your body language is as important as choosing your words
Executive presence defines how you show up; what is expected of you, as you transition from individual contributor to supervisor to functional or general manager, is a conversation for another day.
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