How to develop your executive presence in 2026
From The Self-Led Leader by Dr. Christina Aidy
January 19, 2026 · 23 min · Season 3 · Episode 8
About this episode
This episode discusses the key skills needed to develop executive presence for career advancement in 2026.
If this is the year you're aiming for that promotion or c-suite position, you first need to make sure your executive presence is up to par. Because it's not just about how skilled or competent you are... it's about your ability to lead yourself and your people.In this episode, I'm covering the three key skills you need to develop to make your executive presence stand out in 2026. After all, the corporate space has changed and listening to the same vague "be more confident" advice won't work. I'm unpacking:• the growing importance of emotional intelligence and emotional regulation,• the impact of your communication skills,• and the influence of your non-verbal cues.By the end of this video, you'll walk away with actionable strategies you can start implementing today.🔗 MENTION: THE 180 SIGNALS ASSESSMENTIf you want to dive deeper into the signals you're already sending, and understand how to fix your signals to improve your executive presence, this free assessment is your place to start.Grab your free copy here: https://www.christinaaidy.com/180signals
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Christina Aidy
Topics covered
- executive presence
- emotional intelligence
- communication skills
- non-verbal cues
- leadership
Keywords
- executive presence
- emotional intelligence
- communication skills
- non-verbal cues
- leadership development
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: THE 180 SIGNALS ASSESSMENT
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