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Executive presence and influence.

when the stakes are high

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I work with senior leaders who must establish credibility, influence and buy-in — fast.

Especially when they’re new in role, under scrutiny, or navigating politics at board and C-suite level.

My journey has been transformational. I’m contributing at a level I never thought possible and holding people accountable without hesitation.

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Kathryn Garbutt

Director Risk Management, Invesco

THE PROBLEMS

At senior levels, effort stops being the differentiator.

What determines outcomes is:

  • how your presence is read under pressure
     

  • whose voice carries weight in the room
     

  • who gets trusted with decisions

This is why capable leaders:

  • get talked over
     

  • face resistance they can’t explain
     

  • feel pressure hijack their clarity
     

  • watch decisions happen without them

And why the first months in a role quietly shape everything that follows.

“My goal was to become seen as a trusted partner and be more effective at influencing others — particularly during uncertainty.”

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Kimberley Ruddlesdin

Regional Director Banking, HSBC

THE SHIFT

This work isn’t about being louder, more polished, or more confident.

It’s about:

  • regulating pressure so your authority shows naturally
     

  • positioning yourself intentionally before opinions about you harden
     

  • building influence before you need it
     

  • communicating in the way senior decision-makers actually think

HOW THE WORK HAPPENS

I work through my proprietary  9-step “Influence under Pressure” framework

used with senior leaders stepping into high-visibility, high-stakes roles.

It integrates:

  • nervous-system regulation
     

  • executive presence and positioning
     

  • stakeholder power dynamics
     

  • board-level messaging

So influence is built systemically — not situationally.

“Bianca helped me navigate complex senior environments without sacrificing my core values.”

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Cécile Retaureau

Head of Private Markets, Phoenix Group

The 9-Step Influence Under Pressure Framework

1-3

Positioning Yourself

Nervous System Regulation

Regulate pressure and restore clarity

Personal Brand

Define the future version of you others trust

Mindset

Lock that identity in under real-world stress

“Bianca can simplify complex situations and trigger valuable actions. My promotion is the best evidence of our successful collaboration.”

Carmen Carminada

Head of Data Analytics, UBS

4-6

Building Influence

Stakeholder mapping

Map real power and decision-makers

Strengthen relationships

Strengthen the relationships that matter most

Increase advocacy

Increase advocacy and willingness behind the scenes

“Bianca helped me approach people and performance challenges from a much more strategic standpoint — skills I’ll benefit from for years.”

Mwange Malawo

Regional Retail Banking Manager, HSBC

7-9

Securing Buy-In

Lead Team Effectively

Lead teams without carrying everything

Handle Resistance

Handle resistance and difficult conversations

Communicate precisely

Communicate at board and C-suite level with precision

​“My colleagues and leaders noticed a tangible change — testament to the effectiveness of our sessions.”

 Justin Ho

Distribution Manager, HSBC

RESULTS

​Clients typically experience:

  • increased influence with senior stakeholders

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  • greater accountability from teams

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  • clearer decision-making under pressure

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  • more time and energy outside work

“Bianca helped me understand what makes people tick — and how to positively challenge and influence them.”

Kimberley Ruddlesdin

HSBC

WHO THIS IS FOR

This work is for:

  • newly appointed senior leaders
     

  • SLT and C-suite members
     

  • directors and partners operating in political environments

It is particularly effective in finance, fintech and professional services — where scrutiny is high and mistakes are costly.

ABOUT

I have over two decades of experience working in high-pressure environments in the City, including a decade as a top-ranked equity research analyst at Morgan Stanley, where I advised sceptical investors, and worked with CFOs and CEOs under intense pressure.

When I started covering stocks, the intense scrutiny and public criticism had a negative impact on my mental and physical health. Doctors and mentors couldn’t help, so I looked externally and hired coaches and complimentary therapists. I discovered techniques and mindset shifts that helped me show up more strategically, influence others more effectively, and be recognised as an expert, all whilst working less and being able to switch off on the weekends. 

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I became a top-ranked multi-award-winning equity analyst whilst working smarter, not harder.  

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Over the last 8 years, I have worked privately with over 200 senior leaders navigating:

  • new roles

  • Executive transitions

  • visibility and scrutiny

10,000+
Pitches

200+
Clients

20+
Years City Experience

“I now express myself more clearly and authentically at work — delivering talks with ease and handling tough conversations in a way that leads to genuine collaboration.”

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Anna Krivonogova

Head of Supply Chain, Bayer

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If you’re stepping into a bigger role — or already in one where the stakes feel high — let’s talk.

This is a confidential, no-obligation conversation to assess fit.

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