Stronger Executive Presence: Be Visible, Gain Influence, & Drive Your Career
Ethan Evans
Former Amazon VP; 70+ patents; 800+ team
Jason P. Yoong
Cofounder at Level Up; $1B+ P&L; led 40+
This course is popular
7 people enrolled last week.
Command high-stakes rooms, win C-suite alignment, be confident, speak like a pro
WHAT TO EXPECT:
11+ total hours of content: 4+ hours of prework core lecture video recordings for self-learning followed by 7+ hours of live sessions (executive scenario role-playing practice, peer practice, and a bonus class with a special guest).
This course will teach you how to show up like a leader in every room (even the rooms you are not in) and change how you are perceived.
You will learn how to both BUILD and SHOW executive presence through a mix of video recorded lectures (self-learning) and live, hands-on sessions that go beyond theory. You will have the unique opportunity to step into executive role-playing scenarios with Ethan, receive (and observe) real-time coaching, and practice alongside ambitious peers in a safe environment. You will learn by both observing and doing.
Note: We have 6 volunteer spots for live difficult meeting dynamics role-play exercises with Ethan (team-based). They are — first come, first serve — thus, by signing up early, you have the benefit of getting your name in once the Maven Student Portal opens (~2.5 weeks prior to start).
What you’ll learn
Confidently engage and influence executives and key stakeholders to show that you've got what it takes to earn their trust and respect.
Learn the art of "Be bright, be quick, be gone" to be seen as executive-ready
Learn how to speak like an executive and how to use effective framing and headlines
Learn how to answer 3 key CEO-level questions to get your ideas approved
Learn how to successfully advocate for your ideas (the right way and the wrong way)
Learn what executives are focused on when deciding who is "executive-ready"
Learn how you can standout from your competitive peers
Learn how to inspire your direct reports and cross-functional stakeholders
Learn how to be "Personally warm, professionally firm"
How to instill a sense of urgency (get your ideas heard and acted on quickly)
How to influence without authority to get things done and gain champions
Learn the steps to handle any failure (and earn back trust and respect)
What to do if you misspeak and/or miss your opportunity (e.g. someone else spoke up)
Communication mistakes to avoid (doing this will diminish your influence)
Ethan will give real-time feedback to students on "Executive Communication Under Pressure" (real-world scenarios)
Difficult meetings dynamics scenario role-playing and two classes dedicated to peer practice (to apply learnings and get real-time feedback)
Who this course is for
Individual contributors (ICs) - product managers, mkt leads, engineers, UX designers, ops, analysts, chief of staff
Managers who have to get executive buy-in, gain cross-functional alignment, and inspire their teams.
This course is heavy on practice with Ethan, Jason, and your peers (e.g. role-playing, mock staff meetings, peer pairings).
What's included
Live sessions
Learn directly from Ethan Evans & Jason P. Yoong in a real-time, interactive format.
Lifetime access
Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to. All classes are recorded except class 7 (Peer Practice — which are 1:1 breakout groups, but we will record the overall briefing and takeaways).
Community of peers
Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals via the Maven Student Portal.
Certificate of completion
Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.
In-depth practice sessions
This course is heavy on practice with Ethan, Jason, and your peers (e.g. role-playing, mock staff meetings, peer pairings).
Maven Guarantee
This course is backed by the Maven Guarantee. Students are eligible for a full refund up until the halfway point of the course.
Course syllabus
6 live sessions • 7 lessons
Week 1
Prework Lecture Video Recording #1: How to Build Your Executive Presence
Prework Lecture Video Recording #2: How to Show Your Executive Presence
Prework Lecture Video Recording #3: Quiet Leadership
Prework Lecture Video Recording #4: The Power of Humor & Improv Comedy
Feb
7
Class 1: Executive Scenario Role-Playing and Q&A (Practice with Ethan Evans
Feb
8
Class 2: Difficult Meeting Dynamics (Practice with Ethan Evans)
Week 2
Feb
11
Class 3: Special Guest Speaker on Executive Presence
Feb
12
Class 4: Your Executive Presence Moment Scenario Role-Playing (Practice with Jason Yoong)
Free lesson
Executive Presence Killers: What’s Silently Holding You Back
Stop being told "You lack executive presence."
Don't let these verbal and non-verbal habits hold your career back
How to show up confidently in high stakes meetings
Get the executive insider POV on what "Executive Presence" looks like
Live audience Q&A
We will end with audience Q&A. So bring your questions!
Schedule
Live sessions
1-2 hrs / week
All classes are recorded except class 5 (Peer Practice — which are 1:1 breakout groups, but we will record the overall briefing and takeaways).
Sat, Feb 7
5:00 PM—6:30 PM (UTC)
Sun, Feb 8
5:00 PM—6:00 PM (UTC)
Wed, Feb 11
5:00 PM—6:00 PM (UTC)
Prework lecture video recordings
4-5 hrs / week
Recommended to watch all recordings prior to the first live class.
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