Why Perception Beats Hard Work

Most people think career success is ALL about working harder. It’s not. It’s also about how you’re perceived, how you communicate, and whether the right people see your value. And no one is taught these rules.

In this remix episode of Tiger Sisters with Lorraine K. Lee and Leah Wyar, we bring together two of our most impactful conversations to break down the invisible dynamics that determine who gets promoted, trusted, and listened to at work.

Executive presence expert Lorraine K. Lee explains how body language, communication, and visibility quietly shape credibility. Media and Entertainment Leader Leah pulls back the curtain on what actually happens inside organizations — the politics, the pressure of climbing, and the emotional labor no one prepares you for. This episode is for anyone who’s doing great work but feels overlooked, underestimated, or stuck.

We share:

✅ Why hard work alone doesn’t lead to promotion

✅ How perception quietly determines influence and opportunity

✅ The body language and communication habits that signal leadership

✅ Why visibility compounds — and how to build it intentionally

✅ How to navigate loyalty, boundaries, and self-advocacy without burning bridges

✅ What executive presence really means in real life and on Zoom

This isn’t about becoming louder or more aggressive. It’s about learning the unspoken rules so you can move with clarity and confidence — on your own terms.

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Timestamps:

0:58 - End of Year Remix: Lorraine & Leah Interviews

02:15 - Perception + Influence = Power

02:35 - Welcome Lorraine K. Lee

05:52 - First Impressions (Fix Your Face)

15:20 - Create Your Personal Brand (In-Person & On LinkedIn)

18:00 - This ONE Word Makes You Sound More Persuasive

34:16 - The Conversations To Get Promoted At Work

39:15 - Lorraine Recap And Bridge To Episode 2

40:15 - Welcome Leah Wyar

55:54 - Say Yes In Life and In Romance!!

1:06:57 - Navigating Workplace Politics

01:22:35 - How High Powered Women Think About Love

01:32:23 - Closing Thoughts From Cherie & Jean

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▫️ Together: 4 Ivy League degrees • built billion-dollar products • two startups — decoded for you

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