In this episode, Kisha Hicks, CEO of Elevate Her and creator of the Rise Leadership Model, shares actionable insights on cultivating authentic leadership presence, recognizing leadership drift, and making decisions with conviction. Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder or leading your own organization, this discussion equips you with essential tools for impactful leadership. Key Topics:

• The true essence of executive presence, exemplified through scent analogy
• The evolution of how leadership presence is perceived over time
• Building credibility and trust through authenticity and consistency
• Navigating values versus organizational demands and politics
• The importance of character and stewardship in decision-making
• Recognizing signs of leadership drift and how to course correct
• Strategies for maintaining credibility during crises
• The impact of inconsistency on trust and how to recover
• How to make tough decisions that challenge popularity but serve purpose
• Techniques to foster self-awareness and reflection amidst leadership demands

This episode offers leaders practical steps to develop a credible, authentic presence that withstands challenges, builds trust, and inspires others to lead beyond themselves.

Connect with Kisha Hicks:

· www.nakishahicks.com

· https://www.linkedin.com/in/nakisha-hicks-/

Leading Beyond You is a production of LEI Academy™ — Lead. Engage Inspire.