Executive Presence for HR Executives

Executive Presence for HR

9-10 April

9 AM PT / 12 PM ET

1 PM PT / 4 PM ET

This course is designed to help HR leaders develop the confidence, credibility, and influence needed to operate effectively at the executive level. Executive presence is not just about how you look or speak — it’s about how you show up in high-stakes moments that define leadership.

Objectives

Understand the components of executive presence: gravitas, communication, and appearance
Apply executive presence in key HR scenarios such as interviews, board presentations, conflict resolution, and change management
Strengthen strategic influence and relationship-building across the organization

Understanding Executive Presence in HR

What is executive presence and why it matters for HR leaders
The three pillars: Gravitas, Communication, Appearance
HR-specific scenarios requiring executive presence:

Leading sensitive interviews (e.g., executive hires, misconduct cases)
Presenting to the board or C-suite
Navigating organizational change
Handling crises and employee relations issues
- Self-assessment: Your current executive presence profile

Course Outline

Gravitas – Leading with Authority and Integrity

Cultivating calm confidence under pressure
Demonstrating sound judgment in:

Disciplinary meetings
Succession planning discussions
Diversity and inclusion strategy sessions

Building credibility through strategic thinking and ethical leadership
Case study: HR leader navigating a merger or downsizing

Speaking with clarity, brevity, and impact
Executive-level storytelling: framing HR data and decisions
Scenarios:

Delivering tough feedback to senior leaders
Advocating for HR initiatives in budget meetings
Facilitating high-stakes negotiations (e.g., union talks, executive compensation)

Practice: Crafting and delivering a 3-minute executive pitch

Communication Mastery for Influence

Visual and Vocal Presence

Body language that signals confidence and openness
Dressing for influence: aligning appearance with organizational culture
Vocal tone, pace, and modulation for authority
Scenarios:

Media interviews or public speaking engagements
Town halls and employee forums
On-camera presence for virtual leadership

Building trust with senior stakeholders
Navigating power dynamics and organizational politics
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