I help new leaders develop and leverage executive presence so they can increase visibility and expand their impact.
Susan Sotnick Coaching, LLC
Susan Sotnick, MA, PCC
Define your leadership identity.
Develop confidence.
Become the leader others want to follow.
Congratulations!
You’ve been promoted as a people manager!
Oh boy. You just said it out loud.
Now, ALL the uncertain thoughts and feelings rush in…..
“Who do you think YOU are?”
“What makes you think anyone is going to listen to you?”
“How are you going to develop the presence that will inspire others to follow you?”
Here’s the deal...
You earned the position because they saw your leadership potential. You have done the work to get this far. As an individual contributor, you know you are an expert in your field!
However, management feels like a whole new level. You start thinking…
What if they figure out I am a fraud?
How am I going to earn the respect of my team?
What happens if I can’t hack it?
You, my friend, are experiencing IMPOSTER SYNDROME!
You have feelings of…
UNCERTAINTY
FEAR
DOUBT
Many new leaders experience saboteur thoughts that keep them stuck in imposter syndrome. They have fears around failure and judgement.
However, there is an alternative. If you boil all of the great leadership theories into one personal identity, they come down to one thing…
EXECUTIVE PRESENCE
A leader who demonstrates executive presence brings value to others by knowing who they are and what they stand for as a leader.
Let me introduce you to the 6 fundamentals of EXECUTIVE PRESENCE.
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1. Authenticity
You know who you are.
You speak to your strengths and expertise.
You believe in the value you bring to your organization.
You freely express yourself with honesty and integrity.
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2. Philosophy
You align your decisions with your personal values.
You articulate your mission and vision as a leader.
You share your leadership approach with others.
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3. Connection
You are approachable, kind and respectful.
You give others your undivided attention.
You support the goals and aspirations of your team.
You create buy-in by soliciting the thoughts of your people.
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4. Communication
You are transparent regarding your decision making process.
You take responsibility to ensure you are understood.
You articulate information clearly, simply and effectively.
You acknowledge, reward and show off your team’s work to the greater organization.
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5. Self-Awareness
You take responsibility for your thoughts, feelings and actions.
You ground yourself and stay positive in the face of adversity.
You perpetuate a growth mindset and see obstacles as opportunities.
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6. Preparation
You prioritize the long game.
You prepare for every meeting.
You follow through, are accountable to yourself and keep your promises.
You set expectations and create clear structures to follow.
Imposter Syndrome is irrelevant when your leadership identity is grounded in executive presence.
What happens when you are grounded in executive presence?
Instead of carrying the fear of being discovered as an imposter,
you are certain of the value that you bring to your organization.
Instead of fearing you are unworthy of being a leader,
you allow your values to guide you with every decision you make.
Instead of being fearful of taking on added responsibilities,
you lead your team with a collective mindset.
Instead of fear of judgement,
you manage your mind and feel in control of your actions.
Listen. I’ve got you. Here is how we are going to make YOU the leader everyone wants to work with…
First we are going to partner together to figure out what makes you an authentic leader. We will create a clear understanding of your strengths and values. You will confidently be able to answer the question, “Who do you think you are?”
Next, we will create a clear understanding of your leadership philosophy and how you make an impact on your team.
From there we will set goals and partner together to eliminate the mental barriers one by one that keep you uncertain. We will then discover the genuine thoughts and beliefs that will serve you and create visibility for you as a leader.
The results?
Competence, resilience, mental fitness, optimal working relationships, peak performance, productivity…
CONFIDENCE
IMAGINE..
Imagine what it would feel like to realize that you ARE enough. That everything you are and everything you have done has prepared you for this.
Imagine feeling confident and connected to your team.
Imagine your team respects and looks up to you.
Imagine putting all of your energy into leading your team instead of constantly being afraid of being exposed as a fraud.
You’ve got this, and I’ve got you. Together, we are going to get this done.
Virtual 1:1 Personalized Coaching
Three Month/8 Session Program
This is the in depth coaching that will transform your mindset as a leader.
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Session One
Find Your Why
This introductory session will be an intake and inventory of where you are and where you want to be as a leader.
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Session Two
Define Your Authenticity
This will be a deep dive into what makes you tick. We will evaluate your strengths, personality and experiences that have created the leader that you are. We will conduct and debrief an in-depth strengths assessment.
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Session Three
Define Your Leadership Philosophy
This will be an investigation into your values and beliefs as a leader. We will determine how your values drive you and the dominant value that will be foundational to your leadership approach.
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Session Four
Mental Fitness
We will identify the “thought saboteurs” that create negative thought patterns which impede your ability to lead effectively.
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Session Five
Team Relationships
During this session, we will envision your perfect team. Conversations will be around the kinds of relationships that you wish to cultivate within your organization.
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Session Six
Communication
We will investigate your communication style as well as the communication style of others. We will use this session to begin creating structures that will be foundational to developing a defined culture for your team.
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Session Seven
Time Management
We will discuss and discover the time management techniques that will be integral to running your operation.
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Session Eight
Program Review
We will comprehensively review your coaching journey and measure your progress to determine how to continue supporting you.
Contact me to schedule a complimentary discovery call to see if the program is right for you. You are a leader who is going to change people’s lives. You just need the foundation to get moving.
Hear from clients:
“My sessions have literally been LIFE CHANGING. I don’t know how Susan does it, but she leads her clients out of the muck and mire and into the sunlight without apology, without judgement and with mad skills. You think she’s just asking you simple questions...but she’s really working her magic to show you how to work your own…”
— S.W. Government Employee
“I cannot recommend coaching with Susan enough! My interpreting business was unorganized and inefficient. It was causing me a lot of stress, and knowing that I was getting further and further behind was keeping me up at night. She challenged me, encouraged me, and guided me to find peace where there was chaos before."
-O.H. ASL Interpreter
“Susan is an incredible coach, and my experience with her has been nothing short of amazing. She takes a patient and sincere approach to helping me break through what’s holding me back and works on mind shifts to move me forward…”
— H.S. Real Estate Broker
“By talking with Susan, you will feel seen, heard, and understood. She truly listens with both her mind and heart when you discuss your challenges. She talks you through goal setting, and it is amazing how her questions lead you to your own self-discoveries!…”
— C.D. ASL Interpreter
Credentials
I will partner with you and hold you accountable during our journey together.
And, I have great news! You already have the answers you need to get out of your own way. It’s my job to ask the right questions and guide you towards those answers.
