To be recognized as a leader, you first have to build the perception that you are one. Leadership roles often elude professionals due to the absence of “executive presence.”(EP) It accounts for 26 percent of what it takes to get that promotion, according to a recent study by the Center for Talent Innovation. Presence alone won’t get an individual promoted, but the lack of it will slow, if not stop, career progress. What are you doing to boost your EPQ? The study revealed that gravitas, appearance, and communication are essential components that affect executive presence. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be looking at each of these behaviors and putting the research into pragmatic suggestions and tips for how to raise your EPQ…
What’s Your “Executive Presence Quotient?” (EPQ™)
