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Executive Presence ACSA Conference | November 2016 Andy Johnsen | Assistant Superintendent | Lakeside Union School District
Executive Presence ___
Association of California School Administrators
2016 Leadership Summit
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Andy Johnsen, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services
Lakeside Union School District
Twitter/Instagram ajohnsenLUSD
Executive Presence ACSA Conference | November 2016 Andy Johnsen | Assistant Superintendent | Lakeside Union School District
Think of a strong leader. How would you describe that person? What adjectives come to mind? How do/did you feel when listening to that person or interacting with him/her?
Executive Presence ACSA Conference | November 2016 Andy Johnsen | Assistant Superintendent | Lakeside Union School District
APPEARANCE Signaling that you take yourself, those you engage with, and your work seriously – that you’re in total control. Minimizing distractions from your skill set and performance.
What signals do I want to send to others with my appearance? What’s one thing about my appearance that might be sending a distracting signal to others? What do I need to do about that?
Executive Presence ACSA Conference | November 2016 Andy Johnsen | Assistant Superintendent | Lakeside Union School District
COMMUNICATION Most of us tend to think of communication skills in terms of formal presentation skills. But when are you not onstage? When are you not being judged? Connect to your vision Be succinct – say more
by saying less Be clear & articulate
Be assertive Read the room
Command the room Tell stories
Know your stuff Be present!
Have a sense of humor/banter
What on the list above is a strength in my own communication style? What would I like to improve in my communication – formally and informally? Circle any communication “blunders” that might be a problem for you: Grating tone/pitch “Uh…Um…” and other fillers Failure to establish eye contact Rambling and redundant
Constantly checking your device “Uptalk” Visible trembling Overreliance on notes Being physically present but mentally miles away
Executive Presence ACSA Conference | November 2016 Andy Johnsen | Assistant Superintendent | Lakeside Union School District
VALUES Cross off any of these values that do not resonate for you. Circle the ones
that do. From the values you have circled, choose your top five.
Accessibility Empathy Originality
Accomplishment Enthusiasm Passion Accountability Excellence Peace
Accuracy Experience Perfection Adventure Expertise Power Affection Fairness Prosperity Affluence Faith Punctuality Altruism Fame Recognition Ambition Family Relaxation
Assertiveness Fidelity Reliability Balance Flexibility Resourcefulness Bravery Fun Respect
Calmness Generosity Security Celebrity Grace Sensitivity Challenge Growth Significance Charity Health Sincerity Courage Honesty Speed Creativity Humor Spirituality Curiosity Imagination Spontaneity
Dependability Impact Stability Determination Independence Strength
Clarity Integrity Success Comfort Intelligence Sympathy
Commitment Justice Teamwork Compassion Kindness Understanding Completion Knowledge Vision
Contentment Leadership Wealth Control Learning Winning
Directness Love Discipline Loyalty Diversity Mindfulness Efficiency Optimism
Executive Presence ACSA Conference | November 2016 Andy Johnsen | Assistant Superintendent | Lakeside Union School District
What do you want said at your Retirement Party?
People who have worked for you: “It was great working for ___________________! He/she was always… Your family: As dedicated as _________________ was to work, we always knew that… People you work with generally: Because of __________’s work, our (school/district) is now a place where…
Executive Presence ACSA Conference | November 2016 Andy Johnsen | Assistant Superintendent | Lakeside Union School District
Becoming a Resonant Leader Read the lists below. Place a star next to any characteristic that is a strength for you.
Circle any areas you would like to improve.
Self-‐Awareness • Know your strengths & weaknesses • Know what pushes your buttons • Be able to speak openly about your
emotions • Welcome feedback • Play to your strengths • Be self-‐assured • Don’t take yourself too seriously
Self-‐Management • Manage your emotions • Stay calm and clear-‐headed during crises • Admit mistakes. Be transparent. • Be flexible and be comfortable with
change • Set high standards for yourself and
others • Take initiative • Be optimistic
Social Awareness • Listen • Be in tune with the feelings of others • Keep a pulse on social networks and
political forces • Foster an emotional climate of service
Relationship Management • Articulate an inspiring vision • Be engaging & encouraging • Create resonance • Develop others – help them meet their
goals • Recognize the need for change – initiate
when it’s time • Manage conflict between people • Generate an atmosphere of teamwork
and collegiality • Model respect, helpfulness and
cooperation
Executive Presence ACSA Conference | November 2016 Andy Johnsen | Assistant Superintendent | Lakeside Union School District
My Personal Brand
How I want to be perceived
Who can give me feedback:
When do I do this well? What does it look like
when I miss the mark?
Action Plan
Executive Presence ACSA Conference | November 2016 Andy Johnsen | Assistant Superintendent | Lakeside Union School District
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