A practical guide to conquering everyday leadership challenges explains how to create a memorable personal style that is credible, genuine, trusted, and liked

Secrets of A CEO Coach

Business & Money

Benton,D. A.

Job Hunting & Careers

McGraw=Hill

If anybody knows what it takes to get you to the top of the corporate ladder, it's #1 executive coach Debra Benton. Now, in this follow-up to her best-selling How to Think Like a CEO, she draws upon her work with top-level executives at corporate giants such as AT&amp;T, Colgate, Pepsi, Mobil Oil, Nabisco, American Express, and McKinsey, and interviews she conducted with 100 CEOs around the world, to: • Identify the 10 rules of the game ambitious managers need to follow if they want to make it to the top slot • Show how successful CEOs apply the rules in their everyday business dealings, and what happens when they break them • Provide managers with valuable pointers on how to apply each rule in their professional lives 
 Written by one of the most respected executive coaches in the world, How to Act Like a CEO is must reading for ambitious managers in every industry, whether they aspire to being CEOs or not.

How to Act Like a CEO: 10 Rules for Getting to the Top and Staying There

Management & Leadership

A proven six-step process for acquiring the style, flair, and credibility needed to make it to the top. . According to a recent Wall Street Journal article, managers who do not exude an allencompassing self-confidence, style, poise, and energy, in short, "executive presence," are highly unlikely to make it to the corner office. Unfortunately, the vast majority of managers, even the most talented and ambitious ones, are not born with these personal qualities. In this breakthrough book, bestselling author and world-renowned executive development coach D. A. Benton helps readers acquire executive charisma.. . In Executive Charisma, Benton outlines a proven six-step approach for learning how to think, act, and relate to others like an executive.. . She provides powerful tools for fine-tuning the complete executive charisma skill set, including:. <ul>. <li>Interpersonal communications . </li>
<li>Managing upwards . </li>
<li>Confidence building . </li>
<li>Business humor . </li>
<li>Executive bearing, and more . </li>
</ul>. . Drawing upon her experience coaching clients at American Express, Century 21, Merrill Lynch, Nabisco, Viacom, Pepsi, and other top companies worldwide, Benton clearly defines executive charisma and explains why projecting a commanding professional demeanor is so fundamental to corporate success..

Executive Charisma: Six Steps to Mastering the Art of Leadership

In the follow-up to her bestselling How to Think Like a CEO, #1 executive coach Debra Benton's work with top-level executives from AT&amp;T, Colgate, Pepsi, Mobil Oil, N abisco, and American Express, and her interviews with 100 CEOs worldwide reveal: <ul>
<li>10 "rules of the game" for managers </li>
<li>Rules CEOs apply for everyday success </li>
<li>Managerial pointers for readers on how to apply each rule in their professional lives </li>
</ul>

A proven six-step process that will propel you to the top of the corporate ladder Bestselling author and world-renowned executive development coach D.A. Benton demonstrates that charismatic executives are not just born, they are made. Executive Charisma will help you <ul>
<li>Be the first to initiate </li>
<li>Expect and give acceptance to maintain esteem </li>
<li>Be human, humorous, and hands-on </li>
<li>Slow down, shut up, and listen </li>
<li>Ask questions, and ask favors </li>
<li>Stand tall, straight, and smile </li>
</ul>
"A wonderfully personal, step-by-step guide to being a truly caring leader with integrity, confidence, and drive."--Reuben Mark, Chairman and CEO, Colgate-Palmolive Company "Getting to better answers, better strategies, and better positions inevitably means having an accurate and complete roadmap. For those seeking to improve--this is the roadmap."--Kerry Hicks, President and CEO, HealthGrades, Inc. "Amazing. Debra Benton has done it again. She has uncovered fresh insights and nuances which separate the charismatic leader from the rest of the pack."--Doug Conant, President and CEO, Campbell Soup Company

Executive Charisma: Six Steps to Mastering the Art of Leadership: Six Steps to Mastering the Art of Leadership

Sooner or later that plum position is going to become vacant at your workplace. You know you’ll want it, but can you get it? Ask yourself: What’s my track record? Am I smart enough in the right areas? Do people like working with me? Do they respect me? Would they follow me if I were in charge? Am I CEO material? Any aspiring ladder-climber should be able to answer these questions―because, without a doubt, the competition thinks it can. 
In CEO Material, D. A. Benton shows you how to become highly visible and absolutely indispensable to your organization. You’ll learn how to project confidence, even when something hasn’t gone your way. You’ll recognize the value of being a generalist, able to comprehend every facet of your business’s structure and function. You’ll find out how to keep learning and growing so that you never feel stuck, much less appear so to decision makers. And most importantly, you’ll master four C’s that no true leader can be without:
<ul>
<li>Confidence </li>
<li>Constant Communication </li>
<li>Craftsmanship </li>
<li>Coworker Collaboration</li>
</ul>
Inside, you’ll find a lifetime of top-level professional development advice that can make the difference. “CEO Whisperer” D. A. Benton is your guide to doing what must be done in order to make significant moves up the ladder. It’s not just about showing up;it’s about having integrity, taking charge, accepting challenges, and making an ally out of everyone you work with. Conduct yourself like a CEO and you’ll be first in line for each new promotion in your field. Transform yourself from an average employee to an indispensable corporate player with the help of CEO Material.

CEO Material: How to Be a Leader in Any Organization

Master digital platforms to deliver powerful messages and build your personal brand “In the virtual world, every voice mail, e-mail, or tweet is fraught with the danger of misunderstanding or misdirection, which can be disastrous for results and/or relationships. For those on the rise or recently thrust into this very different world, this book is an exceptional resource . . . and entertaining too!” ―Hal Johnson, Chairman, Global Human Resources Practice, Korn/Ferry International “Benton’s insights on being seen as a leader remain as relevant as ever, even though the tools with which we work have changed dramatically. . . . The Virtual Executive provides a guide for making yourself and those around you successful in a rapidly evolving, connected, and virtual world.” ―Brian Fabes, CEO, Civic Consulting Alliance “Benton teaches us all the protocol for success in a digital age. What worked yesterday won’t work today . . . and what will work tomorrow is in this book.” ―Rulon Stacey, Chairman, American College of Healthcare Executives; CEO, Poudre Valley Health Systems; author, Over Our Heads “Benton’s book empowers you to play at the top of your game―not just in person, but from afar.” ―Paola Bonomo, Head of Online Services, Vodafone Omnitel N.V. “A must-read as applicable to the novice new hire as it is to the CEO.” ―John Odegaard, Executive Director, U.S. Naval War College Foundation “A remarkably focused tool for the successful executive striving to be better in the digital age. I literally could not put the book down once I started it.” ―Stan Payne, CEO, Canaveral Port Authority About the Book: When was the last time you were in a meeting and every participant was in the room? How many people do you know who work from remote sites? How many e-mails did you receive and send at work today? Blogging, commenting, tagging, e-mailing, texting, video chatting. Everywhere you turn these days, there’s a new way to communicate ideas and opinions. Whether you’re a C-suite executive or a mid-level manager, you have to be able to move seamlessly among all the available digital platforms in order to communicate your message effectively. In The Virtual Executive, world-renowned CEO coach and bestselling author Debra Benton teaches you everything you need to know to navigate today’s seemingly endless choices of social media and virtual communication tools in order to stay relevant in a sea of competition. From videoconferencing, instant messaging, and webinars to LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, Benton explains how and when to use each platform to:
<ul>
<li>Differentiate yourself from others in the vast digital world </li>
<li>Deliver a clear, powerful message </li>
<li>Make people remember you for the right reasons </li>
<li>Build trust with colleagues and customers </li>
<li>Achieve more than ever―with less effort and lower costs</li>
</ul>
Digital communication isn’t the way of the future―it’s the way of now. And even more change is inevitable. If you don’t face it head-on, the future will be a time of chaos and lost opportunities. But if you reinvent yourself into a true virtual executive, you will make your mark with surprising speed and effectiveness. The Virtual Executive is your guidebook to boldly leading your organization into the future by embracing digital communication platforms, tailoring them to your needs, and using them to build your personal brand for the long run.

The Virtual Executive: How to Act Like a CEO Online and Offline

Literature & Fiction

Dramas & Plays

Stay relevant, stay connected, STAY AHEAD OF THE GAME. 
When it comes to getting ahead today, your talent and experience matter. The problem is, someone else going for the promotion or business opportunity has a résumé that’s as good as, if not better than, yours. If you want to get ahead, you have to be different. You have to stand out from the crowd. You have to get decision makers to talk about you. 
No one understands what it takes to succeed in today’s business landscape better than D. A. (Debra) Benton. A globally recognized consultant, Benton has spent more than 20 years helping business professionals like you perform better and achieve more. In The CEO Difference, Benton gives you the insight and tools to make subtle changes in your presentation, attitude, and leadership style that will dramatically increase your leadership effectiveness―and, consequently, help you enjoy work and life. Learn how to differentiate yourself with tangible steps to get where you want to go:
<ul>
<li>Authentically and effectively differentiate yourself in appropriate ways </li>
<li>Inspire teams and organizations to be more productive and prosperous </li>
<li>Understand yourself, change your mindset, and present yourself in a way that people are receptive to </li>
<li>Create, manage, and mentor successful individuals and teams </li>
<li>Remain intellectually curious while making meaningful contributions to your organization</li>
</ul>
Competition for the top spot has never been fiercer. “Today, you have to exceed in a group of ‘exceeders,’” Benton writes. But it’s not all about improving your job performance. You are already knowledgeable, competent, and hard-working. It’s about doing typical things in atypical ways. It’s about doing things that add organizational value―without being asked. It’s about having what your competitors don’t: The CEO Difference. Praise for The CEO Difference “In our competitive world, finding a way to differentiate oneself is a key to success. Benton profiles a range of tried-and-true differentiators that can make all the difference.” ―Jim Goldman, President and CEO, Godiva Chocolatier “After reading this book, you’ll understand why D. A. Benton is ranked one of the world’s Top 10 CEO coaches. She provides a succinct, real-world summary of what it takes for senior executives to differentiate themselves in an ever more competitive world.” ―Daryl Brewster , CEO, CECP (Committee for Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy); former CEO, Krispy Kreme; and former President, Nabisco “Benton does it again! A great how-to book to boost you the last little way to the top (and be loved while doing it!).” ―Reuben Mark , retired Chairman and CEO, Colgate-Palmolive Company “Benton offers practical advice to aspiring leaders to help them authentically and effectively differentiate themselves in the workplace. A very worthy read.” ―Doug las R. Conant, Chairman, Avon Products, and former President, CEO, and Director, Campbell Soup Company “D. A. Benton is a trusted advisor for CEOs and leaders. She coaches her clients to not only be the best leader they can be, but also on how they can best create, manage, and mentor successful individuals and teams.” ―Deanna Mulligan, President and CEO, The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America

The CEO Difference: How to Climb, Crawl, and Leap Your Way to the Next Level of Your Career

Business Culture

The woman who made self-presentation an art shows how to use professional presence to stand out, fit in and move ahead. Covers the empowering pause, posture, gestures, and more.

Lions Don't Need to Roar: Using the Leadership Power of Personal Presence to Stand Out, Fit in and Move Ahead

Business Plus

Grand Central Publishing

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Secrets of A CEO Coach

How to Act Like a CEO: 10 Rules for Getting to the Top and Staying There

Executive Charisma: Six Steps to Mastering the Art of Leadership

How to Act Like a CEO: 10 Rules for Getting to the Top and Staying There

Executive Charisma: Six Steps to Mastering the Art of Leadership: Six Steps to Mastering the Art of Leadership

CEO Material: How to Be a Leader in Any Organization

The Virtual Executive: How to Act Like a CEO Online and Offline

The CEO Difference: How to Climb, Crawl, and Leap Your Way to the Next Level of Your Career

Lions Don't Need to Roar: Using the Leadership Power of Personal Presence to Stand Out, Fit in and Move Ahead

Lions Don't Need to Roar: Using the Leadership Power of Personal Presence to Stand Out, Fit in and Move Ahead