A senior executive was struggling to assert herself and project confidence. In meetings, she rarely spoke up, often defaulted to the role of notetaker and was perceived more as a transactional operator than a strategic leader.
The CEO engaged Robin to support the executive in developing her leadership style, confidence, and presence.
Over a 4-month coaching program, it became clear that while the executive was highly knowledgeable in her domain, she lacked the presence and behavioural impact expected at her level. She struggled to translate her expertise into action and influence.
A core insight emerged: she wasn’t owning her voice. Presence and authority rely on the ability to express ideas with conviction, and this was a gap that significantly limited her impact.
Remedies:
Robin implemented a tailored development plan focused on strengthening leadership presence and influence, including:
The transformation was striking. The executive began speaking up with clarity and confidence, actively participating in strategic discussions and asserting her decisions. Her presence in meetings was positively noted by both peers and the Board.
She reported a renewed sense of purpose and job satisfaction and has since launched several bold initiatives. From a tentative start, she has firmly established herself as a trusted and valued member of the executive team.