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Steven Stover

How to Command Any Room You Step Into

Updated: Dec 29, 2023




Commanding a room is a skill that sets exceptional leaders apart. It's not about speaking loudly or with authority; it's about exuding confidence, fostering trust, and making a lasting impression.  


As leaders, we have a moral obligation and duty to businesses and organizations to lead others with confidence, courage, clarity, and conviction. Elevate your mindset so you can take command of any room you step into and magnetize opportunities for impact and growth. 


As a guest speaker on a recent PRG Friday Coffee Series presentation, Sandra Gonzalez shared 3 powerful strategies for building confidence and commanding any room you step into. (Full video presentation available here) 

 

Spark Consistent Momentum 


Body language and non-verbal communication are critical to commanding a room. Posture, eye contact, and overall energy all play a role in how you're perceived. When you radiate confidence, it increases your credibility with others and boosts your optimism. 


Confidence is a magnet that attracts success. Your body language signals to others that you are comfortable. So stand tall, maintain eye contact, and raise your energy levels to make a memorable impression. 


Step into Unwavering Certainty 


Leaders who can command any room are often those who take risks and adapt to changing circumstances. By achieving mental clarity, you can reduce stress and see more possibilities. Success often leads to more challenges and demands on leaders, so supporting your brain health can make a significant difference. 


Stay positive, as it keeps you productive and ready to explore new ideas and tackle difficult problems. Establish a routine that includes organization, meditation, socialization, learning, rest, proper nutrition, and exercise. Be psychologically flexible and embrace change as a constant. 


Seize and Magnetize Opportunities 


Become the best version of yourself and prioritize the needs of those around you. Develop a genuine interest in others. Set an example for positive qualities such as integrity, hard work, discipline, and ethical decision-making. 


Trust and collaboration are cornerstones of commanding a room. Show up on time, overdeliver on your commitments, and model positive communication and conflict resolution skills. Be resilient and focus on solutions rather than problems. Embrace a servant leadership style by removing ego, showing compassion, expressing appreciation, and fostering adaptability and openness to feedback. 


In conclusion, commanding any room you step into is a combination of mastering your body language, fostering mental clarity, and embracing the principles of servant leadership. By implementing these three strategies, you'll not only make a powerful impression but also leave a lasting positive impact on those you interact with. 


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