Category Archives: Executive Presence

Change: Do You Cope With It, Deal With It Or Use It As A Growth Opportunity?

Posted on June 18, 2019 by Jay Sullivan

Getty Some people cope with change, like it’s a disease. Some deal with change as if it’s a necessary evil. Some embrace change, seeing it for the possibilities it brings. And some of us, by virtue of our circumstances, actually … Continue reading →

Posted in Executive Presence, Innovation, Leadership Skills

Craft Your Elevator Pitch

Posted on May 30, 2019 by Exec-Comm

What do you say when you have just 30 seconds to make a lasting impression? Don’t get caught tongue-tied. Be brief, specific, and memorable. Craft an elevator pitch with these tips from Ching Valdezco:

Posted in Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Leadership Skills, Life Skills, Networking, Tips Videos, Women in Business

Take The Dumpling

Posted on October 26, 2018 by Christine Healey de Casanova

I was sitting next to Manohar, aka Manny, best man from my wedding at a dinner recently. Earlier he toasted my husband for his “great choice in restaurants.” Feeling underappreciated, I quipped, “I chose the restaurant.” And then I immediately … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Leadership Skills, Life Skills, Women in Business

Mindfulness And Trust: The Keys To Successful Leadership

Posted on July 26, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

“What keeps you fulfilled in your role?” Whether we are navigating a busy sidewalk, or navigating through our career, when we lose perspective, we lose our bearing and risk faltering. Having perspective on our situation requires self-awareness; we need to … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Leadership Skills, Uncategorized

4 Keys To Creating Commitment At Work

Posted on July 12, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

“Leadership requires acknowledging the sacredness of every individual, not from a place of fear, but from a place of love.” An engaged workforce produces better results. Whether you manage a team of finance professionals, a department of insurance underwriters, or … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Leadership Skills

3 Ways To Get What You Want

Posted on June 18, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

Some days, every conversation feels like a negotiation. Some people thrive on that type of exchange. For others, it’s exhausting. Regardless of whether you enjoy negotiating, you have to participate in the discussion if you want to get something done. … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Leadership Skills

4 Things We Can Learn From Nikki Haley’s “With All Due Respect, I Don’t Get Confused”

Posted on May 10, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

How To Go From Under The Bus To The Driver’s Seat We’ve all had situations in which we feel we’ve been wronged and want to respond appropriately, but struggled to do so while maintaining the relationship. Just about every married … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Women in Business

Why Managers Matter

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

One of the key questions successful professionals ask themselves is, “How can I grow my business?” Perhaps the more important question is, “What’s the best investment for growing my business?” The answer to growing your business lies in growing your … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Executive Presence, Leadership Skills, Women in Business

The Irony Of Servant Leadership – A Position Of Strength Born From A Position Of Humility

Posted on April 19, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

Every day in the news we see and hear about leaders – leaders in politics, in business, in the arts, in education. We see young leaders advocating for changes in gun laws. We see women leading our nation toward an … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Leadership Skills, Meeting Skills

Deliver Killer Presentations. Don’t Look Like You Killed The Presenter.

Posted on April 5, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

I can’t put my finger on it, but there was just something very uncomfortable about watching the guy present. He was both too nervous and trying too hard at the same time. I got the creepy feeling he had just … Continue reading →

Posted in Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking