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❓Are you really there – or just present?

Author: Dr. Michael Zeisig · First published: 1 August 2025

Two people have an attentive conversation; a smartphone lies face down on the table.
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❓Are you really there – or just present?

In our digital world, we are often physically present – but mentally somewhere else. Quickly answering one more email, checking the phone during a conversation, already thinking about the next appointment.

This is particularly noticeable in meetings: Everyone is in the room, but many are simultaneously typing emails, replying to chats or scrolling on their phones. Presence looks different. And honestly – is it the same where you work?

Presence is crucial for effective leadership. People sense whether your attention is with them – or not. Anyone who wants to lead must first truly listen, notice and connect. Presence creates trust and impact – in conversations, in teams, in companies.

How consciously do you manage your own presence – at work, in conversation, in everyday life?

Questions that change your game.

Every week, I ask a thought-provoking question to encourage reflection and exchange.

I look forward to your answers and lively discussions!

Hands up – it’s the weekend!

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In our digital world, we are often physically present – but mentally somewhere else. Quickly answering one more email, checking the phone during a conversation, already thinking about the next appointment.