Background.

The global landscape is marked by rapid technological advancements, complex business environments, and shifting socio-economic paradigms. Leaders are now required to navigate these challenges while maintaining a credible, composed, and commanding presence that inspires confidence among stakeholders. The ability to project executive presence has become a non-negotiable skill for effective leadership, especially as organizations seek to remain competitive in increasingly volatile and interconnected markets.

Executive presence extends beyond surface-level charisma; it encompasses a leader’s ability to communicate authentically, make sound decisions under pressure, and lead with integrity. This competency empowers leaders to influence diverse audiences, establish trust, and create a culture of accountability and collaboration. For professionals in leadership positions, mastering executive presence is vital to enhancing personal effectiveness, driving organizational success, and sustaining long-term impact.

Therefore, it is against this background that FITC is organizing a 2-day programme titled, Leading with Executive Presence for Influence and Impact. It is specially designed to equip leaders with the tools and strategies necessary to build authentic influence, command respect, and lead with conviction in today’s complex organizational settings.

Target Audience

• This programme is crafted for C-suite executives, senior leaders, directors, divisional heads, entrepreneurs, and professionals in leadership roles across industries. It is ideal for individuals seeking to enhance their executive presence, cultivate impactful influence, and navigate the demands of leadership with grace and confidence.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Master the fundamentals of executive presence to effectively influence diverse stakeholders in high-pressure environments.
• Develop advanced communication strategies to articulate vision, drive engagement, and inspire commitment across organizational levels.
• Gain the confidence to lead with authenticity, fostering trust and credibility within teams and among external stakeholders.
• Understand and leverage emotional intelligence to navigate interpersonal dynamics and enhance leadership effectiveness.

Learning Objectives

• Explore the core components of executive presence and their application to leadership scenarios.
• Analyze techniques to improve decision-making and build resilience amidst organizational complexities.
• Learn strategies to project confidence and build influence through authentic personal branding.
• Examine the role of emotional intelligence and self-awareness in enhancing professional relationships and organizational outcomes.

Focus Area

1. Overview of Executive Presence

• Understanding the key dimensions of executive presence and its influence on leadership effectiveness.
• Examining the interplay of confidence, composure, and credibility in projecting a commanding presence.
• Assessing personal leadership styles and identifying areas for development in executive presence.
• Highlighting the connection between executive presence and organizational success.
• Case Study/Class Discussion

2. Communicating with Impact

• Addressing the role of clarity, precision, and persuasion in effective leadership communication.
• Understanding the nuances of verbal and non-verbal communication in building trust.
• Evaluating techniques for managing difficult conversations and delivering constructive feedback.
• Identifying strategies for engaging diverse audiences and adapting communication styles accordingly.
• Enhancing storytelling skills to convey compelling narratives and inspire action.

3. Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Effectiveness

• Exploring the dimensions of emotional intelligence and their relevance to executive presence.
• Understanding the role of self-awareness in decision-making and personal effectiveness.
• Managing emotions constructively to build resilience and foster collaboration.
• Analyzing strategies for recognizing and addressing emotional triggers in high-pressure environments.
• Developing empathy as a tool for building meaningful relationships and influencing others.

4. Decision-Making Under Pressure

• Understanding the cognitive processes involved in making sound decisions in complex environments.
• Examining the relationship between executive presence and effective decision-making.
• Addressing the role of intuition and data in leadership decision-making.
• Exploring strategies for balancing risk and opportunity in decision processes.
• Learning techniques for maintaining composure during crisis management.

5. Personal Branding for Authentic Leadership

• Defining the components of an authentic leadership brand and its impact on stakeholder perceptions.
• Identifying personal strengths and leveraging them to build an influential leadership identity.
• Evaluating the role of authenticity in fostering trust and credibility.
• Addressing common pitfalls in personal branding and strategies for avoiding them.
• Using digital platforms strategically to enhance professional visibility and influence.

6. Building Influence Across Organizational Levels

• Exploring the principles of influence and their application in various leadership contexts.
• Analyzing strategies for building alliances and fostering collaboration within teams.
• Understanding the dynamics of power and influence in organizational hierarchies.
• Examining techniques for managing upward, lateral, and downward influence effectively.

Leveraging stakeholder engagement to achieve organizational goals and drive impact.