What story do you tell in the first five minutes of a meeting? Before you share a single slide or idea, the room has already judged you. In this powerful episode of the Vision Leadership for LIFE podcast, Dominic George reveals how Black men can seize those opening moments and command respect in any room.

Your presence, your voice, and your structure determine whether people lean in to listen or tune you out. Dominic breaks down how to walk in with authority, project confidence without arrogance, and set the tone that carries the meeting from beginning to end. These aren’t abstract theories; they’re battle-tested strategies to help you lead with clarity and strength when it matters most.

You’ll learn how to prepare mentally and emotionally, master your body language, use silence as power, and deliver an opening that makes executives, colleagues, and teams take notice. This is about more than first impressions, it’s about shifting the atmosphere and leaving no doubt that you belong at the table.

Reflection Prompt: What impression do you make in your first moments, and how can you improve it?

Music: That Day

Musician: Jeff Kaale

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