How can you help leaders recognize and overcome their blind spots?

What is a "signature voice” and why it is important in developing executive presence?

My guest on this episode is Muriel Wilkins, CEO Advisor & Executive Coach, Host of HBR podcast - Coaching Real Leaders, Founder Paravis Partners

During our conversation Muriel and I discuss:

• The biggest challenges highly successful executives face including scaling their leadership and becoming victims of their own past success.
• Why understanding both context and desired outcomes is critical when coaching leaders.
• Key insights from her book "Own the Room" and how developing a "signature voice" is essential for establishing your leadership presence.
• Why leadership presence isn't an innate quality as many believe, but rather a skill that can be deliberately cultivated.
• Practical advice for HR leaders on building credibility and delivering tough feedback effectively to senior executives.

Connecting with Muriel:

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Learn more about Muriel’s firm, Paravis Partners

Pre-Order her newest book, Leadership Unblocked: Break Through the Beliefs That Limit Your Potential.

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