by Kathy O'Brien | Jan 17, 2020 | Executive Communication, Executive Presence, MainStage, Public Speaking
Mark was brimming with confidence. In tailored power suit and snazzy haircut, well-rehearsed presentation deck in hand, he was ready to ace it….. …. except, he didn’t expect an audience so old and grim, in dishevelled office wear. Mark quickly discovered they...
by Kathy O'Brien | Jan 5, 2020 | AGM, Executive Communication, Virtual Executive Presence
An Annual General Meeting puts strange demands on you as a board director. On the one hand, you may not be required to speak at all. On the other, you will be judged harshly for every move you do or do not make. The AGM is a seminal moment that is at once demanding...
by Kathy O'Brien | Oct 13, 2019 | C Suite, Executive Body Language, Executive Communication, Executive Presence, Presentation Skills
We all know body language is a powerful tool for communicating. When you stand and present, you have many elements at your disposal – your posture, movement, gestures. But what about when you’re seated? People often ask how they can use deliberate body language while...
by Kathy O'Brien | Sep 30, 2019 | Executive Communication, Executive Presence
You’re working on your executive presence. You’re speaking up in meetings, delivering concise points, adding constructively to the discussion. But is it working? You know you’re putting in a lot of effort; but you don’t know if it’s having the desired effect. ...
by Kathy O'Brien | Jul 26, 2019 | Executive Communication, Executive Presence, Presentation Skills
Here is a great way to get yourself into a resourceful state before a big presentation. Think of a ‘YES’ moment – when you landed the big job, scored the winning goal or emerged triumphant under pressure. Enjoy that memory for just a moment. When you...
