Use Paradox to Expand Your Range

Explore how to grow your executive presence by holding both sides of a paradox: the strengths that come naturally and the qualities you express less often. Draw on this model when feedback asks you to change and you want to stay true to your own style. A visual of the range and an example show how humility and confidence can work together.

You might reach for this resource if:

• You’ve been told to “increase your executive presence” and aren’t sure what that means for you
• You prefer to let your work speak for itself, yet it isn’t getting the visibility it deserves
• You've practiced being more assertive to convey confidence, and still worry that it will be seen as arrogant
• You want to grow into a more well-rounded leader without giving up what makes you effective