About the Author
Cara’s client list includes many of the world’s best-known companies, such as Allianz, Caterpillar, eBay, Facebook, Google, Shutterfly, and Williams-Sonoma. Additionally, she provides seminars to numerous educational institutions including Stanford Continuing Studies, UC Berkeley Extension, Harvard Medical School, and UC Hastings College of Law. A frequent media source, articles authored by or featuring Cara have appeared in over 30 major publications since 2012, including Forbes.com, USAToday.com, and The Globe and Mail.
With a BA in speech communication and an MFA in theatre, Cara Hale Alter has worked professionally as a commercial and voice-over actress, winning national awards for public speaking. She lives in San Francisco with her husband and two teenage children.
"A true master of public speaking, Cara Hale Alter is not just compelling and captivating; she shows you how to be compelling and captivating."
— Jeannine Yoo Sano, Partner, White & Case, Intellectual Property Litigation
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In 25+ video lessons, Cara Hale Alter expands upon the core concepts from her book The Credibility Code – complete with behavior demos, skill drills, practice ideas, worksheets, and self-assessment tools – to give you a comprehensive self-study guide to cultivating your personal presence. LEARN MORE →
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In 20+ video lessons, Cara Hale Alter breaks down the core concepts from her book The Credibility Code – complete with behavior demos, skill drills, practice ideas, worksheets, and self-assessment tools – to give you a comprehensive self-study guide to cultivating your personal presence. LEARN MORE →
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