Posts tagged body language
Create executive presence through body language

Some people have what I call executive presence. When a person with authority enters a room, you recognize it immediately.

Leaders have a particular way of carrying themselves. They hold their head high, shoulders back and chest out. They listen to everyone before they speak and usually summarizes the discussion at the end of the meeting.

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How to turn the likable switch on as a leader

Being likable is not a nice to have; it is a need to have. Friendly people are more likely to keep their jobs. Not technical skills, not talent, but likability. They make you feel good and are better at creating results.

The reason is that others help likable people more. Friendly people also experience better service and receive more benefits. In other words, be a friend, and it will pay off.

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How to enjoy and master public speaking

When you speak to an audience, you have to create a connection with them. If you start with your name and what you are going to say, even though it is obvious, you will lose the majority in seconds. Instead, start with an interesting fact, a challenging question, or do something else that is uncommon. You need to get the audience's attention within the first minute; otherwise, no engagement.

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How speaker training will make you a great leader

Your speaking skill as a leader is your biggest asset. It is going to help you the most in your ability to create a result. When you are good at one thing, others will assume that you are good at many things as well. Practice to speak in front of an audience, and people will see you and get a feeling of who you are as a person.

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