Your Presence Speaks Louder Than Your Position
Titles open doors, but presence builds influence.
A Second Chair can either fade into the background or show up with a steady, trusted voice that shapes the room.
Presence isn’t about being the loudest person in the meeting. It’s about showing up with confidence, clarity, and posture that communicates both strength and alignment.
Second Chairs who cultivate presence don’t overshadow the First Chair, they strengthen them. Their presence adds credibility, steadiness, and clarity to the mission.
Here’s how Second Chairs build presence:
Key Points:
- Own The Room You’re In: Be prepared, attentive, and engaged.
- Speak From Alignment: Use language that supports the mission and reinforces the First Chair’s vision.
Ask Yourself:
If you’re a Second Chair:
- What do I want people to feel after I speak?
- How can I reinforce alignment while still adding my perspective?
- What one thoughtful question could help the room think more deeply?
If you’re a First Chair:
- How does my Second Chair show up when I’m not in the room?
- Am I giving them space to exercise presence so their influence grows?
Your presence will always speak louder than your position.
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