Connie Dieken: Transforming Leaders into Influencers
Influence Blog :: Executive Presence
Are You Boring or Fascinating?
:: December 01, 2011
Do you feel boring? Or fascinating? I promise that no matter how run-of-the-mill you may feel most days, you possess a leadership quality that others find fascinating. I see this unfold every day in my executive coaching practice. Every leader has a unique asset, an inner strength that defines their executive presence.
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What Your Executive Presence is - and is Not
:: June 22, 2011
In this edition of "Connie off the Cuff," Connie shares the truth behind what your Executive Presence is - and is not.
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Harnessing the Power of Total Confidence
:: June 20, 2011
Tim Sanders is a confidence guru. A New York Times bestselling author, riveting keynote speaker and former Yahoo executive, Tim has written a compelling new book called Today We Are Rich: Harnessing the Power of Total Confidence that's loaded with insights on how to develop unshakable confidence in a shaky world.
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Are you Influential - or Just Popular?
:: February 22, 2011
Interesting question, isn't it? When you were in high school, influence and popularity were one and the same.
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How to Conquer Criticism
:: April 27, 2010
Goldman Sachs executives were skewered on Capitol Hill this week. They were sach-ed. The men faced blistering cross examination by the Senate on the firm's mortgage market and its role in the country's financial collapse.
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Is Your Voice Undermining Your Success?
:: April 29, 2009
The difference between winning and losing may come down to how people perceive the sound of your voice.
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Conquer Criticism: Tips to Overcome It
:: January 27, 2009
We're living in a harsh, harsh world. I'm sure you've noticed that you can now get a daily dose of cheap shots here on the Internet. Follow the comment section after most web entries and you'll find boatloads of hyper-critical, snarky comments.
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Are You a Communicator-in-Chief?
:: January 18, 2009
Out with the old, in with the new. As we say goodbye to George Bush and his colorful, sometimes mangled communications, (can you say misunderestimated?) we usher in a new era of oratory.
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Leaders Who Can’t Communicate…Aren’t Leaders
:: December 29, 2008
Game over. Cleveland Browns owner Randy Lerner moved swiftly to fire his front office following the final, crushing loss of the season. He cut general manager Phil Savage loose by phone after Sunday's defeat, and then sacked coach Romeo Crennel the next morning.
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National Security and the Phone Book
:: December 01, 2008
As I watched President-Elect Obama's news conference announcing his national security team nominees this morning, it reminded me of why I sat on a phone book behind the anchor desk.
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Top 5 Bad Vibes That Undercut Your Message
:: September 27, 2008
How do you undercut your message without opening your mouth? Leadership means managing your energy level as well as your words in order to influence peoples' decisions, behaviors and actions. Want to trigger a positive response? Radiate positive energy when your mouth is shut. Want a negative reaction? You'll soon learn how to spread bad vibes.
