Carol Kinsey Goman - Stand Out: How to Build Your Leadership Presence

Helping people to authentically display leadership presence. I love what Carol Kinsey Goman does!

Michael Massari, Chief Sales Officer, Caesars Entertainment

Internalize the clear-headed wisdom and proven expertise provided by Carol Kinsey Goman in her best book yet and move forward with enhanced self-awareness. If you want to take your career to the next level and higher, get this book!

Leslie J. Saleson, Founder and CEO, Hi Rise Network

This book reinforces many of the key tenets I have learned about the importance of leadership presence from one of the worlds premier leadership institutes, the U.S. Army. The six Cs: Credibility, Confidence, Composure, Connection, Charisma, and Cross-cultural leadership will assist everyone in enhancing their leadership presence, self-awareness, and overall effectiveness.

Josh Woody, Captain, U.S. Army

Carol Kinsey Goman is an expert on the impact of body language on leadership presence. This is a must-read!

Cheryl Berrington, Principal, Berrington Group

With her keen eye for detail and a knack for taking complex non-verbal research findings and translating them into actionable skills, Carol Kinsey Goman stands out in communicating how to create and maintain authentic leadership presence in the workplace. Goman authoritatively, yet engagingly, informs the reader how to project presence across multiple contexts and situations.

Patrick A. Stewart, PhD, Associate Professor of Political Science, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and author of Debatable Humor: Laughing Matters on the 2008 Presidential Primary Campaign

The time for women leadership has come. Women have made impressive gains in politics and the business world, making their voices heard and breaking the glass ceiling of organizations and boardrooms. Carol Kinsey Goman is an expert on the impact of body language on leadership presence. Stand Out should be on the reading list for every woman leader.

Barbara Dietrich, CEO, Diplomatic World (Belgium)

The groundwater of customer loyalty is trust, expressed as authenticity. It is also the feature that makes leaders trusted. Carols profound book reveals ways leaders can source and express this powerful feature they already possess.

Chip R. Bell, bestselling author of Inside Your Customers Imagination: 5 Secrets for Creating Breakthrough Products, Services, and Solutions

Carol Kinsey Goman is always one of the most talked about speakers at our London events. The authenticity and clarity with which she discusses body language and leadership presence inspires and keeps the audiences attention. Youll find this book is likewise both attention-grabbing and inspiring.

Afi Ofori, Managing Director, Zars Media (UK)

Confident, credible, and empathetic. Three words existing and aspiring leaders need to heed to stand out. Yet again, Carol Kinsey Gomans lucid insights illustrate the true power of presence.

Rob Briggs, Director, Graystone Communications, and author of Organizational Trust in theIABC Global Handbook(UK)

To be the most influential, women need to build on the unique talents and strengths we bring to our organizations. That takes leadership presenceand this valuable book gives insights into how others perceive us, and how to project our best authentic selves.

Yanina Dubeykovskaya, Founder, Women Influence Community (Russia)

Carol Kinsey Goman consistently wows our audiences with her rare insights about what it takes to be a confident and authentic leader, and how to use those traits to inspire others. This book is filled with her insights.

Christina Corrigan, Deputy Executive Director, Communications/Programs, Texas Municipal League

Never has there been a greater need to stand out above the din and disruptions thrown at us all. In Stand Out, Carol Kinsey Goman shows you exactly how to lead others when their attention is short, their hearts crave connection, and their passions are seeking youthe leader they need during these chaotic times.

Bill Jensen, bestselling author of Disrupt! and Future Strong

Carol Kinsey Goman knows better what is needed in leadership. Its not just about being eloquent, its about knowing how to act. In other words, you need to know what the other person is looking for. When it comes to projecting leadership, youll get a lot out of this book.

Kaz Amemiya, President, Crossmedia Communications, Inc. (Japan)

Carol Kinsey Goman shows you the importance and impact of presence to be an inspiring and authentic leader.

Michael Rudnick, CEO, Velaku Software

With a deep experience in leading global fashion and beauty businesses, I am often asked: How did you get to the top? How did you succeed in a mostly male-dominated corporate environment? How did you build a network? While there are no cookie-cutter answers, Carol Kinsey Goman provides a practical, accessible, real-life guide to unleashing your full potential as a leader.

Laure de Metz, General Manager, BITE Beauty

Carol Kinsey Goman is righta title alone doesnt give you presence. Ive watched celebrities and successful executives project their own special brand of charisma to land them roles and sell ideas. In the end, your presence is the most valuable resource you have.

Garrett DeLorm, Executive Producer, Camp+King

A title is what someone gives you as a result of your expertise and hard work. But leadership is more than a title; its an attitude, a presence. In order to become highly effective and memorable, you have to cultivate traits that align with who you are and the image you want to portray. Carol Kinsey Gomans book offers actionable steps that ensure you stand out and leave a lasting impression. Pick up the book, put those steps to practice, and become the leader that others want to follow.

Jeffrey Hayzlett, primetime TV and podcast host, speaker, author, and part-time cowboy

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