John Bates is a keynote speaker, executive communication coach, and founder of Executive Speaking Success. He helps accomplished leaders become inspiring, emotionally credible communicators so their communication can be as mighty as their ideas. John has spoken at TED three times, coached TED and TEDx speakers, and trained leaders from organizations including NASA, Johnson & Johnson, GE Aerospace, and U.S. Navy Special Operations. His WHY is to bring out what is awesome inside every person so it can live in the world and make a real difference.
What people want from you may be one of the most frightening things to give. They want you. The real, authentic you. That can feel especially uncomfortable when you’re an executive, founder, expert, or accomplished professional. You’ve worked hard to build your credibility. Naturally, you want to appear prepared, polished, and confident. But there is […]