_{A Monthly Newsletter: May 2025}

Welcome to this month’s newsletter. This one has a slightly different feel to it, with more around recommendations and tips on presenting to senior leadership and executives. If you have ever been faced with this prospect, it can feel intimidating. You don’t want to make a wrong move or mess up the opportunity to be in that room…so my tips are focused on helping you be the best you can be and to avoid potentially awkward conversations. I hope you enjoy and take something new from this.

I also wanted to share a recent book that I have discovered that I found refreshing in its approach and beneficial when thinking about those scary presentations and public speaking moments. Would love to hear your thoughts on the tips and book recommendation. Happy reading!

^{Mastering Executive Presentations: 11 Essential Moves}

Presenting to your CEO or a senior executive is a high-visibility moment that can accelerate your impact. Executives are time-strapped and quick to shift focus, so your approach must be succinct, direct, and adaptable. Here’s how to make your message land-and drive results.

1. Lead With the Core Message

Start strong by stating your main point or recommendation right away. Skip the backstory and immediately address what matters most.

2. Bring a Roadmap & Reference Past Conversations

Share a clear agenda at the outset, and if it’s a follow-up, remind them of where you left off previously. This keeps the meeting focused and efficient.

3. Welcome Interruptions and Questions

Let executives know you’re open to interruptions. Their questions often reveal their priorities and can steer the conversation to the most valuable topics.

4. Make It Visual With Drafts or Prototypes

Instead of abstract explanations, show a draft, mock-up, or demo. Visuals help make your ideas concrete and speed up understanding.

5. Have Your Data Ready

Know your numbers inside and out. Executives may zero in on metrics or financials, so be prepared to answer detailed questions.

6. Highlight Where You Need Help

Be specific about any obstacles or decisions you need from them. Don’t just provide updates-clearly state what’s blocking progress.

7. Move Quickly and Stay Agile

Executives expect you to keep things moving. Be ready to shift gears or change direction as the discussion evolves.

8. Focus on Action and Next Steps

Keep status updates brief. Instead, concentrate on what decisions need to be made and what actions come next.

9. Keep Supporting Materials on Hand

Bring concise backup documents or data to reference if needed, but don’t overload the meeting with details.

10. Maximize Their Attention Window

Prioritize your most important points and requests while you have their focus. Executive attention is limited-make it count.

11. Seek the Best Outcome, Not Just Your Own Plan

Aim for a strong decision, even if it’s not precisely what you recommended. Be open to feedback and alternative solutions.

Meetings with executives rarely go as planned. Stay prepared, be flexible, and focus on moving the business forward. Your next executive presentation could be your most impactful yet!

Here are some resources to help you stay sharp!

Moxie Institute – 10 tips for impressive presentations to senior leadership and executives

Ink Narrates - Presenting to the CEO [How to Make Every Word Count]

LinkedIn article – How do you present effectively to your CEO?

Harvard Business Review – How to present to Senior Executives

How to present to Senior Executives – 23 Proven Strategies

ps. When you’re ready…..I help leaders and teams through in person team training and coaching, 1:1 coaching and career coaching. Reach out for a complimentary intro call

Book Recommendation

If you are looking to improve your public speaking skills but the thought of doing a presentation fills you with dread, this book could be exactly what you are looking for. Filled with tips and exercises, it deals with the physical reactions we can sometimes experience, along with the mind blanks and anticipatory fear of failure.

The book is ‘Fearless Speaking’ by Gary Genard and is also available as an e-book and audiobook.

Online Course Alert!!!

How to Uplevel Your Leadership To Land Your Dream Job!

Don’t miss out on my next cohort of this transformational course starting June 3rd. Book now - spaces will be gone soon!

Over 7 weeks we will explore the different components of leadership that contribute to successfully landing the role you deserve. Topics include leadership style, self awareness, strategic thinking, branding, career advancement and much more!

The course will be small cohorts of max 8 people and will be held on Tuesday mornings at 9am-10.00am EST.

This is what a previous participant had to say about the course.

• June 3rd - kick off

• Group coaching - max 8 people

• Weekly group calls over 7 weeks

• Each group call is 60mins

• Included is 1x1hr individual coaching

• Each group call is topic based

• Calls are recorded so can be viewed later

• Cheat sheets/resources provided for each topic

75% OFF NORMAL PRICE - only $250pp!!!

Want to joint the course, but the day/time doesn’t work? Drop me a message to get on the wait list for a future cohort [email protected]

Referring Someone in Your Network

It makes sense that you trust your colleagues and friends to provide great professional contacts. So, if someone in your network could use coaching and/or team training support, please introduce us!

My LinkedIn profile for sharing is here.

I’m very grateful for everyone who connects me with their colleagues and friends. Thank you!

Emma