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A proven six-step process for acquiring the style, flair, and credibility needed to make it to the topAccording to a recent Wall Street Journal article, managers who do not exude an all encompassing self-confidence, style, poise, and energy, in short, “executive presence,” are highly unlikely to make it to the corner office. Unfortunately, the vast majority of managers, even the most talented and ambitious ones, are not born with these personal qualities. In this breakthrough book, bestselling author and world-renowned executive development coach D. A. Benton helps readers acquire executive charisma.In Executive Charisma, Benton outlines a proven six-step approach for learning how to think, act, and relate to others like an executive.She provides powerful tools for fine-tuning the complete executive charisma skill set, including:  * Interpersonal communications  * Managing upwards  * Confidence building  * Business humor  * Executive bearing, and moreDrawing upon her experience coaching clients at American Express, Century 21, Merrill Lynch, Nabisco, Viacom, Pepsi, and other top companies worldwide, Benton clearly defines executive charisma and explains why projecting a commanding professional demeanor is so fundamental to corporate success.Review”But no matter how good your business credentials or brilliant your intellect, (recruiters say) they’re only the minimum requirement for an executive position. Without “executive presence” – a kind of self-confidence on steroids that encompasses your appearance, poise, communication style, energy and charisma – you aren’t likely to secure a top job, whether in your current company or a new organization.” – Wall Street Journal, 4/18/01″What Benton teaches makes all the difference.” – Diane Sawyer “A wonderfully personal, step-by-step guide to being a truly caring leader with integrity, confidence, and drive.”–Reuben Mark, Chairman and CEO, Colgate-Palmolive Company”Getting to better answers, better strategies, and better positions inevitably means having an accurate and complete roadmap.  For those seeking to improve–this is the roadmap.”–Kerry Hicks, President and CEO, HealthGrades, Inc.”Amazing.  Debra Benton has done it again.  She has uncovered fresh insights and nuances which separate the charismatic leader from the rest of the pack.”–Doug Conant, President and CEO, Campbell Soup Company