Blog categorized as Executive Presence

Executive Presence, Redefined: The Scary Myths About Executive Presence (and What to Believe Instead)

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Last week, a client asked me a question that stopped me mid-sip of chai: “Minal…but what if I don’t look like a leader?” She wasn’t talking about clothes or the accent or the posture. She meant something deeper - that quiet, familiar fear so many of us who grew up straddling cultures know ...

11.11.25 02:52 PM - Comment(s)
Executive Presence, Redefined: Why Confidence Isn’t the Same as Executive Presence
You can be confident and still not command the room. This issue unpacks why and how to bridge the gap between sounding capable and actually being seen as a leader.
24.10.25 08:35 AM - Comment(s)
Executive Presence, Redefined: How to Show It in Everyday Moments

If the last few weeks taught us anything, it’s this: executive presence isn’t about loud voices, perfect English, or staying late at the office. It’s about how people experience you, especially under pressure. 

For first- and second-generation professionals (the first in your family to build a c...

16.10.25 09:42 PM - Comment(s)
Executive Presence: Build It Without Burning Out
This week on UNMUTED: Build executive presence without burning out. Learn the 3 pillars - regulation, reputation, and rest - and how small “micro-resets” and calm confidence can help you lead with credibility (and get noticed for it).
10.10.25 01:56 PM - Comment(s)
The 3 Pillars of Executive Presence: Clarity, Calm, Credibility
Executive presence isn’t about a power suit or a booming voice. This week in Unmuted, I’m breaking down the 3 real skills - clarity, calm, and credibility - that actually get you promoted (plus a free framework to put them into action).
03.10.25 08:57 AM - Comment(s)