01/10/2024
11 am PT / 12 pm MT / 1 pm CT / 2 pm ET
*approximate length: 45 minutes to 1 hour
Presenter: Maria Pietroforte, CPM®
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or emerging talent, this session is designed to equip you with practical tools and insights to navigate the complexities of modern professional interactions successfully. In the age of rapid judgements, it is essential to learn how to authentically project your best self, allowing your true character to shine through. To master the intricacies of the “7 seconds – preconceived” filter, we’ll delve into techniques and strategies to craft a lasting and positive first impression whether on stage, in the board room, as a podcast guest, or in an uncomfortable setting.
Deciphering the unspoken will enable you to read and interpret non-verbal cues of others, gaining a strategic advantage in negotiations, collaborations, presentations, and relationships. Don’t miss this opportunity to decode the language of the body and unlock a new level of professional success.
Learning Objectives:
- Enhance your leadership presence in virtual, social meeting and in-person settings
- Identify non-verbal cues that radiate confidence and creditability
- Master the art of employing powerful body language for impactful communication
- Develop skills to interpret and understand the nuances of non-verbal cues in various professional settings

With 30 years of experience in turnarounds and startups, Maria Pietroforte offers a unique blend of leadership, vision, and knowledge. She has served as President of Tribute Properties, Move.com (Rentnet.com), Kettler and E&S Ring where she positioned these companies as leaders in their industry and employers of choice, established brand identity/reputation and revenue growth.
Maria is known in the multifamily industry for her contagious positive energy and her dedication to put people first. She is an entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and organizational strategist. Maria now shares her experience to help leaders, teams, startups, and businesses thrive by transforming work into places where people are engaged, value each other, and communicate openly to get the job done to advance performance and reputation.
Maria holds a Bachelor of Science of Business Administration from Arizona State and is a Certified Property Manager and a Certified Defense Property Manager.