You have recently been promoted to a senior role where it has been suggested that you develop yourexecutive presence. You flinch at the thought of being in the spotlight, presenting at meetings and socialising withstakeholders Moreover, an outgoing talkative extroverted behaviour feels uneasy to you for it is not who you are.You are an introvert.

As we examine our executive presence, we study how we are being perceived, how we may be more visible in the organisation and build brand value. Shifting the focus from ourselves, we here ask ourselves what impact our presence has on our teams.

You are one amongst twenty other highly intelligent people in the room. What is going to set you apart? Emotional acumen, when paired with intelligence, is the new smart. The ability to handle yourself, manage relationships and navigate difficult situations with calm is to be emotionally intelligent.