10X Your Leadership Communication in 2025
Hi Reader
Let’s kick off 2025 together over a cup of coffee.
There are a few spots left for my free webinar on Tuesday on How to Become a Top 1% Communicator in 2025:
🗓 January 7th, 2025
⏰ 5 PM CET
During this session, I’ll give you the blueprint to...
- Become a confident presenter who captivates any audience.
- Land a TED talk or an industry conference speaking slot in 2025.
- Score guest spots on major podcasts to amplify your message.
- 5X your LinkedIn presence and engagement.
And, of course, you’ll have the chance to ask me anything about leadership communication.
Together, I’ll help you build a plan to turn your goals into reality and become a top 1% communicator in 2025.
My favorite Speak Like a CEO Episodes from 2024
Hosting the Speak Like a CEO podcasts has been an awesome experience this year.
Not only did the podcast grow by 200% – thank you!
More importantly, I’ve had the privilege of sitting down with some of the smartest minds in leadership communication, exploring everything from connection and community to negotiating and storytelling.
Here are 10 episodes that stood out to me in 2024 – conversations packed with cutting-edge insights that inspired me and, I hope, will inspire you too:
267: John Strelecky on Leadership, “Soft Skills”, and the Big 5 For Life
Global bestselling sensation John Strelecky shares how purpose-driven leadership, people skills, and his “Big Five for Life” framework can inspire teams and businesses.
263: Seth Godin – All Leadership Is, Is Communication
Marketing legend Seth Godin discusses leadership, storytelling, and strategy, offering insights like why “management races to the bottom, but leadership runs for the top.”
261: Tamsen Webster – Change Your Team Can Believe In
Learn how to overcome resistance to change by connecting it to your team’s values and building belief through Tamsen Webster’s expert communication strategies.
259: Blake Eastman – Master Nonverbal Leadership
Poker pro turned communications pioneer Blake Eastman reveals how to align your words and nonverbal cues to lead with confidence and authenticity.
257: David Robson – The Laws of Connection
Bestselling author David Robson explains the “Liking Gap” and shares actionable tips to build stronger personal and professional relationships through better communication.
254: Michael Margolis – How to 10X Your Story
Storytelling guru Michael Margolis unpacks the science behind narratives and how they help leaders communicate change effectively and motivate teams.
246: Dr. Carmen Simon – How to Win Your Audience’s Trust
Cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Carmen Simon shares how to craft memorable messages that engage audiences by leveraging how the brain retains information.
244: Loren Greiff & Konstanty Sliwowski – Communicate Through Career Changes
Career transition experts Loren and Konstanty offer practical tips for communicating your story during major professional shifts.
239: Scott Walker – A Hostage Negotiator’s Guide to High-Stakes Conversations
Kidnap-for-ransom negotiator Scott Walker reveals proven negotiation techniques to navigate crises, regulate emotions, and resolve conflicts under pressure.
238: Gloria Chou – How to Get Featured in the Media
PR expert Gloria Chou shares actionable strategies to secure media coverage without an agency, including tips on crafting irresistible pitches.
BONUS: 237: Steve Blank – Turning Rejection into a Revolution
Lean Startup legend Steve Blank discusses how communication can transform ideas into movements, and why listening to customers is the ultimate game-changer.
Have an inspired start to the New Year!
Oliver
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