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325: Why Being Too Serious Marks You As A Floppy Disk Not A Flash Drive

Nov 04, 202411 minEp. 325
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Episode description

Are you sabotaging your executive presence by taking yourself too seriously? Today’s episode dives into why chasing gravitas might be holding you back, even as the corporate landscape demands more human connection from leaders.

If you’re a high-achieving leader, you know the pressure to “look serious” at all times. But while your focus is on proving your worth, you might be sacrificing relatability—the very quality that can amplify your influence and open doors to the top.


By the end of today’s short episode you’ll know:


✨ Why “modern gravitas” is no longer about being somber, but about other qualities


🎯 The 3 pillars of executive presence today

 

🔍 The many benefits of showing your human side even to senior executives


Tune into this episode now to unlock how a more dynamic presence can propel your executive impact and accelerate your career.


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