What Is Executive Presence? Part 1 | Leadership Growth Podcast

The Leadership Growth Podcast delivers actionable leadership strategies, real-world insights, and proven tools to help leaders succeed in today’s complex workplace. In this episode, hosts Daniel Stewart and Peter Stewart explore the evolving concept of executive presence—and why it matters more than ever. Executive presence isn’t just about appearance; it’s about how leaders show up, make decisions, and earn credibility in every interaction. You’ll also get an introduction to the Stewart Leadership Executive Presence Model, a modern framework that helps leaders of any age, gender, or personality develop a presence that drives both business results and people results. What you’ll learn: – What a modern model of executive presence looks like – How decision-making directly impacts presence and influence – One simple step leaders can take to establish professional credibility Whether you’re a new manager, a seasoned executive, or an emerging leader, this episode will help you show up with confidence, clarity, and authority. Questions, comments, or topic ideas? Drop us an e-mail at podcast@stewartleadership.com. Timestamps 0:00 – Intro with Daniel & Peter 1:59 – Insight of the Week 7:15 – Topic: What is Executive Presence? 11:03 – The Stewart Leadership Executive Presence Model 15:13 – Quadrant I: How You Show Up 22:52 – Quadrant II: How You Decide 29:23 – Lightning Round Follow Us: LinkedIn:   / stewartleadership   Instagram:   / stewartleadership   Facebook:   / stewartleadership   Website: https://www.stewartleadership.com — Listen to The Leadership Growth Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop every other Tuesday! https://open.spotify.com/show/6tYdz1g... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... — Subscribe to SL's channel here: ‪@stewartleadershipvideos‬ — Sign up for Stewart Leadership's newsletter: https://stewartleadership.com/newslet... A weekly message from SL, sharing practical ways to grow your leadership. — #ExecutivePresence #LeadershipDevelopment #Influence #DecisionMaking #LeadershipPodcast