Exceptional Talent is for people already recognised as leaders; Exceptional Promise is for people on a clear path to becoming one. The distinction is about the shape of your recognition, not your job title.
What an endorser looks for
Recognition inside and outside your day job, contributions you personally drove, and letters from established experts who know your work. The stage you choose changes how that evidence is read.
- Map your recognition over the last five years
- Separate your contribution from your employer's
- Choose referees who can speak to leadership, not just competence