Mumbai based Image Consultant and Soft Skills Trainer Priyanka Maheshwari recently conducted a training session titled Executive presence beyond appearance: aligning identity with perception.
Primary Objective of the Session
To equip women with a deeper understanding of executive presence and personal branding by exploring the connection between inner image, external expression, and perception, along with actionable ways to enhance their professional presence.
Below skills are covered in the session
Specific skills/concepts covered:
1. Executive Presence Beyond Appearance
Understanding executive presence as a combination of self-image, communication, and how others perceive us.
2. The 3-Part Presence Framework
Exploring Inner Image (self-perception), Intended Image (how we want to present ourselves), and Perceived Image (how others experience us).
3. Personal Branding and Perception Management
Understanding how first impressions, behaviour, communication, and consistency shape professional reputation.
4. Communication for Impact
Key elements such as body language, voice, posture, eye contact, and confident communication.
5. Confidence and Authenticity
Reflecting on how internal beliefs and self-doubt affect presence, and how to show up authentically rather than performatively.
6. Image as Strategic Communication
How appearance and styling choices can support confidence, credibility, and self-expression.
7. Perception vs Reality
A discussion around assumptions and misperceptions, inspired by the analogy of lab-grown diamonds and how perception often differs from reality.
8. Actionable Self-Reflection
Practical prompts to help participants identify gaps between how they see themselves, how they show up, and how they are perceived.
