Lions Don't Need to Roar : Using the Leadership Power of Personal Presence to Stand Out, Fit in and Move Ahead

The woman who made self-presentation an art shows how to use professional presence to stand out, fit in and move ahead. Covers the empowering pause, posture, gestures, and more. Whether interviewing for the job of your dreams or dreaming about scaling the heights in your field, you'll find that professional success requires more than capability alone: it requires professional presence. Now, D. A. Benton, the woman who made self-presentation an art--and a highly successful business--shares her knowledge with you. Using guidelines and techniques previously available only in her seminars, she reveals the secrets of making the right impression. This book also features quotes and advice from scores of top business leaders, from the president of Equitable Life to the editor of the Wall Street Journal. It shows you the important interpersonal attitudes and skills top executives share. And best of all, it teaches you how to use your own "guts" and "smarts" to capitalize on luck breaks, move ahead, and take charge once you've arrived! agents at cocktail parties isn't my strong suite either. I break into a cold sweat just thinking about it, and even when I tell myself, 'Get out there and make a good impression.