Got great body language? It really does count!

What do you think hurts executive presence the most? Recently, I ran a poll on LinkedIn to discover what leaders thought.

Was it:

• Over-apologizing
• Speaking too fast
• Poor body language
• Lack of preparation (or too much prep)

If you’re a professional speaker, you’ve seen this kind of thing before. But, if you’re an industry leader who speaks, this can absolutely rattle your nerves. The secret isn’t about perfection. It’s about pivoting and keeping your poise.

And here’s something else I’ve learned from years of presenting for clients just like you:

When I work with leaders, I see the same obstacles come up again and again that consistently chip away at confidence, credibility, and influence.

Maybe it’s rushing through your intro or apologizing before you even start. Maybe it’s feeling scattered.

THIS was the #1 response: Poor body language causes the biggest hit!

It’s something I see often in organizations of all kinds and leaders at all levels.

Even when the message is strong, it’s the nonverbal cues like fidgeting, slouching or lack of eye contact that can quietly and definitely undercut your credibility.

The good news? You can fix these habits.

In my ‘Mastering Winning Communication’ program I’ll work with your team in a leadership meeting, workshop, company conference or sales meeting to focus on how YOU can improve body language, confidence and impact. These are practical tools you can use in any meeting, conversation or presentation – every time.

And P.S. Want to know more about how to improve your body language? Stay tuned!