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AI Headshots Are Costing You Trust. Six Experts Explain Why.

I don't take seriously the businesses whose websites are full of AI-generated headshots — and I'm not alone. I generated an AI photo of myself to test it, then asked a brand photographer, a COO, a stylist, an event founder, a copywriter, and a producer what AI images actually signal. Six people, no shared script, same answer every time.

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Kate Ziuz Kate Ziuz

How to Stand Out on a Panel: A Presence Coach's Guide

A panel is one of the hardest formats to shine in, and almost nobody prepares for it differently than a solo talk. Here's how to stand out — before, during, and in the long stretches when you're not even speaking. Including what to do when a moderator tries to talk over you, and how to sit on a bar stool without swaying.

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Kate Ziuz Kate Ziuz

Elevate Your Presence as a Speaker: The Art of Sitting

When you're on stage as a speaker, your body language speaks before you even say a word. Whether you're on a panel at a conference, a networking event, or a high-profile discussion, how you sit can influence how the audience perceives you. Mastering your self-presentation and body language for impact is key to exuding professional confidence and an executive presence that commands attention.

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