Leadership Development
Step Into the Room. Own the Conversation. Lead with Impact.
A 4-week training & coaching experience for leaders who want to be seen, heard, and trusted at the highest levels.
The Executive Presence Intensive focuses on refining key communication and presentation skills, developing a high-presence mindset, and strengthening strategic thinking and decision-making. Participants will engage in practical exercises, receive personalized feedback, and leave equipped with the tools to exude confidence, credibility, and authority in any professional setting.
- Start Dates: February, May, August, and October
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Time Commitment: ~2h/week (weekly live session plus practice assignments)
- Class: Diverse group of 4 to 10 professionals per class
- Learning: The program leverages the benefits of peer-to-peer learning and live training components, with a focus on best practices, neuro-based insights, and practical applications with real-time feedback. Participants also complete a multi-rater assessment.
- Weekly Group Calls: 60 minutes each Thursday
- Cost: USD 1,500
LET'S BE HONEST...
Being technically great at your job is no longer enough.
You’re in the role, the meetings, and the conversations that matter, but the pressure’s higher now. You’re expected to bring clarity, think strategically, and influence outcomes across the organization. And in those moments, it’s not just what you know; it’s what you say and how you show up that shapes how seriously you’re taken.
That’s where Executive Presence comes in.
And no, it’s not about being flashy or faking confidence. It’s about consistently showing up with clarity, composure, and credibility, so people trust your leadership and want to follow your lead.
It’s the difference between being heard and being remembered. It’s what turns solid contributors into visible, trusted leaders with real influence.
This program is for you if…
At least two of these resonate:
- You want to speak up and own the room, but not at the cost of sounding pushy or inauthentic
- You often second-guess yourself after high-stakes conversations
- You know you’re capable, but others don’t always see your full potential
- You want to feel more confident with execs, cross-functional peers, and high-pressure situations
- You struggle to distill complex ideas into clear, compelling messages when it matters most
- You want to be seen, heard, and trusted — not just for the work you do, but for how you lead
- You’re aiming for the next level and know that your visibility, presence, and confidence are key to getting there
And you’re either…
- A mid-level leader or senior professional preparing for higher-stakes roles or executive exposure
- A manager who needs to influence without formal authority
What you’ll walk away with
Real Confidence — Not Just the Appearance
Rewire limiting patterns like imposter syndrome and perfectionism so you can lead with authenticity and strength.
A Leadership Presence People Feel
Project credibility with your body language, tone, and energy — whether you’re in the room or on a video call.
Messaging That Lands
Learn to speak with clarity and conviction — even under pressure — so your ideas get noticed and remembered.
Executive-Level Thinking & Decision-Making
Adopt the frameworks and mindset shifts that help leaders make smart, strategic decisions and navigate complexity with calm.
We leverage a blended learning design to make the information easy to consume, rememeber, and apply while keeping engagement high and insights personally meaningful and applicable.
- 4 training modules with a proven curriculum with key mental models, frameworks, and practical tips
- 4 group coaching calls with 4 to 10 participants to learn from real-life scenarios and get live feedback
- Multi-rater assessment to get actionable insights on your leadership presence
- Personal feedback and coaching on presentation skills & executive communication
- Bonus office hours on topics including GenAI, managing up, and more
Course curriculum
Pillar #1
Inner executive
Quiet the inner critic, align your actions with your values, and show up with intention, even in uncomfortable or high-stakes situations.
Pillar #2
Gravitas
Establish presence under pressure. Learn how to stay grounded, de-escalate tension, and project confidence without letting frustrations get in the way.
Pillar #3
Presence
Master the non-verbal signals, including posture, tone, eye contact, to shape how others perceive your credibility, confidence, and authority.
Pillar #4
Communication
Speak with clarity and influence. You’ll learn how to communicate concisely, navigate tough conversations or push back, and make sound decisions.
OUR SUCCESS FACTORS
WHAT MAKES THIS PROGRAM UNIQUE
The Executive Presence Intensive is designed to deliver a results-oriented, personalized coaching and learning experience that fits busy schedules while remaining affordable.
- Action, Not Theory: You’ll practice real scenarios and get live feedback—no fluff, just results.
- Small Group, Big Impact: With just 4–10 participants, you get personal attention and real connection.
- Neuroscience-Backed: We use proven brain science to help you shift thought patterns and behaviors for lasting change.
- Personalized Experience: Personal coaching and support that considers each participants unique situation.
- Affordability: The investment in the program is notably less than what traditional leadership development programs or in-person workshops cost (~ USD 8,000).
Ramona Shaw is a Certified Professional Leadership Coach and Facilitator, podcast host, and author.
She is passionate about helping new and mid-level managers become leaders people love to work for by strengthening their leadership and communication skills, raising their confidence and resilience, and increasing their focus and emotional intelligence.
After graduating with a Master’s Degree in Finance, Ramona entered the field of private equity and ultimately led strategic projects and international teams as a VP at a renowned global private equity firm.
She now specializes in delivering coaching and training programs for leaders at fast-growing startups and companies such as Twitch, UBS, Google, Dropbox, Lionsgate, Asana, Stitch Fix, Sequoia Capital, and dozens of others.
Ramona regularly shares insights on LinkedIn and Instagram and via her podcast, The Manager Track, with new episodes published every week since April of 2020.
QUESTIONS?
Frequently Asked Questions
The Executive Presence Intensive is a 4-week program. Each week, you will receive access to a new training module, and we will meet for a 60-minute group coaching call on a select time for 4 consecutive Thursdays. In addition, you’ll get assignments to complete during the week, and we are available for ad-hoc support as and when you need it.
No problem. All calls will be recorded and made available to participants within a few hours after the live calls.
Participants should expect to invest about 2 hours each week to complete the module, participate in the weekly 1-hour coaching call, and follow through on assignments for that week.
We do not offer a refund. However, if within the first 14 days the participants is unexpectedly unable to continue the program, we allow the transfer of the seat to someone else or pause the participation until they are ready to engage again.
