Executive Presence 2.0 vs. Speak Up!: Two Books, Two Starting Points
Sylvia Hewlett’s updated research is the best map of the standard you are judged against. Why presence built from the inside out holds up better.
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Authenticity is the New Leadership Currency
One leadership moment from the news, read for executive presence: what it showed and what outside-in definitions of presence miss.
Rebuild Your Gravitas at Work From the Inside-Out
Gravitas at work is the weight your judgment carries. It connects to values, character, culture, and leadership skills, not voice or seniority.
Personal Brand Courses – Tips and Best Ranking Choices
A personal branding course should start with who you are. How to judge free and paid options, LinkedIn and Coursera courses, and best ranking.
7 Best Cultural Identity Books from Authors That Get It
Books on cultural identity for adults, from memoir to scholarship, with what each offers and where it falls short for working professionals.
LinkedIn for Multicultural Personal Branding: A Practical Guide
How to use LinkedIn for personal branding of multicultural professionals: profile, content strategy, the 4-1-1 rule, and what to do about name, accent, and origin.
Cultural Identity: What It Is and Why It Matters
A clear definition of cultural identity, plus how it shapes reputation at work and how to put it into words without flattening it.
Personal Branding Definition: What It Really Means
A clear definition of personal branding, how it differs from reputation and self-promotion, and what it looks like when your background is part
How Other People’s Perceptions Control your Personal Brand
Stories about your journey, vulnerabilities, and strengths define your personal brand, but you must control the narrative while selecting the message you’d like to convey that will best reveal your personal brand. The message you choose for yourself, not the one others decide for you. Your personal brand is a mix of your image, physical [Continue reading]
Do You Have a Strong Personal Brand? Ask Yourself these 3 Questions
In today’s competitive landscape, having a strong personal brand is not just an asset—it’s a necessity. Stories about your journey, vulnerabilities, and strengths define your personal brand. But controlling the narrative while selecting the message you’d like to convey will best reveal your personal brand. The message you choose for yourself, not the one others [Continue reading]