The Art of Executive Presence: A Professional Women’s Guide to Commanding the Room
Women are told to Lean In, DRiVE, and put on their bossypants to achieve success in the working world. Studies show that cultural perceptions associate men with leadership qualities and women with nurturing qualities – putting women in a tough spot when it comes time to command a room and wow a crowd. This session will break down the critical components of professionalism and detail how you can create a positive impression, walk the line between too formal and too casual, and instill confidence in any audience. This session will show you how to:
· Make an action plan to master the finer points of business etiquette to wow right from the start.
· Navigate routine business situations such as networking events, presentations, and meetings successfully.
· Enhance your professional image through dress, appearance, interactions, social media, and communications.
· Build an executive rapport and trust with both internal and external teams.
Jennifer Lee
Jennifer Lee is an experienced keynote speaker, engaging educator, and talented facilitator. Jennifer has over 15 years of learning and development experience with a robust background in luxury hospitality, human resources, and training. As the former Learning and Development Director at the AAA Five Diamond-rated Waldorf Astoria Chicago and the former Learning Manager at The Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago, Jennifer brings a rich perspective in leadership, management, service, hospitality and presentation skills training. When she’s not presenting, Jennifer can be found checking items off her bucket list, which still includes attending the Oscars at least once in her lifetime.