by Chris Savos | Jan 12, 2021 | Analysis, Professional Development
You must demonstrate expertise to succeed as an analyst, regardless of what you analyze, but what exactly does it mean to be an expert? My public- and private-sector experience suggests there are three dimensions of expertise, and you gain knowledge in each area in...
by Chris Savos | Nov 24, 2020 | Executive Presence, Professional Development, Uncategorized
Most literature on executive presence focuses on your need to present a strong, competent persona so your bosses will see you as a capable professional. Unfortunately, not everyone you work with seeks a persona that maximizes competence. Some want a greater sense of...
by Chris Savos | Nov 19, 2020 | Executive Presence, Professional Development
Your executive presence–how you consciously and unconsciously communicate your competence to others–is critical to your career. Unfortunately, although others’ opinions of your presence are what matter, you’ll rarely get feedback about how your bosses,...
by Chris Savos | Nov 12, 2020 | Executive Presence
Throughout my career I’ve encountered people who excelled at the technical aspects of their jobs but lacked the executive presence required to be taken seriously, to advance, or to be seen as leaders. Some of them were oblivious to how their weak presence was holding...
