I’ve always had a lot of (amazing) hair.

When I took my Kindergarten class photo, they said “1…2…3…” and right before the flash, I flipped it all over my face to hide. I was a shy kid.

At 8, I saw my first Broadway show and decided I wanted to be an actor. Which meant I had to learn fast: stop mumbling, use my voice, and show up in a way people could actually hear and take seriously.

And that's what I work on with so many of my first time SVP/C-Suite leaders. They’re brilliant at forming connection in one-on-ones, but in the boardroom or at the all-hands, they shrink. And at that level, shrinking costs credibility.

They often think they have to fake some idea of "Executive Presence" that doesn't feel natural to them. Really it's not about performing, but it's about dialing up a part of you and letting yourself be seen., instead of hiding.

If you’re stepping into a bigger leadership role and want to practice not hiding, that’s what my PracticeZone methodology is for. DM me to learn more and I'd love to hear what you're navigating.