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Executive Sparring & High-Stakes Communication
Emotionally Immature Personalities: Lead with Composure at Work and at Home
Recognize emotional immaturity fast—set boundaries, stay clear, and strengthen your adult self. Practical strategies for business and private life (Berlin & online).
Leading Termination Conversations as a CEO
A CEO’s guide to termination meetings: inner stance, legal-aligned frame, structured script, sample dialogue, and aftercare—clear, humane, and professional.
Conversation with a Difficult Shareholder: Stay Clear When Pressure and Drama Rise
How CEOs handle difficult shareholders: structure the talk, set boundaries, assign responsibility, and strengthen governance—clear leadership under pressure.
Conflict Conversations with Your Leadership Team: Lead Clearly —Don’t Play the Secret Therapist
How to run conflict conversations with your leadership team: hold the frame, clarify facts, assign responsibility, steer triad talks, follow through—clear leadership without playing therapist.
When a Narcissist Ages – And the Mask Begins to Crack
Does narcissism decrease or increase with age? There are different answers to this question. What is true?
Create an Exceptional Speech or Presentation | Karsten Noack
Why one exceptionally prepared speech can change you as a speaker. Learn how message, structure, storytelling, delivery and rehearsal work together.
The biggest mistake you can make in your life is to be always afraid of making a mistake.
For which concern do you want courage and determination? What would you do if you got the guarantee that it will succeed? What does it deserve to be supported by you?
Help, Am I a Narcissist? 8 Clear Signs That You Are Not a Narcissist
Do you find yourself questioning whether you might be a narcissist? Self-reflection is a strong indicator that you are not. In this article, discover eight key signs that differentiate self-awareness from narcissistic behavior.
Narcissists as Co-Founders of a Start-Up
This article is for start-up founders who find themselves dealing with such personalities. It aims to highlight the potential benefits of a narcissistic co-founder while also clearly addressing the very real dangers involved.
Why Do Narcissists Lie So Blatantly?
Why do narcissists lie so blatantly and so often?
Understanding Godwin’s Law: Avoiding Manipulation Tactics
Have you ever been in a debate that suddenly took a sharp turn into emotional territory, derailing the entire conversation? Perhaps someone invoked a reference to Nazis, and suddenly the discussion lost its rational footing. This phenomenon is so common that it has a name: Godwin’s Law. In this article, we will explore what Godwin’s Law is, how it impacts discussions both online and offline, and how you can recognize and avoid these manipulative tactics to maintain meaningful dialogue.
22 Signs That Someone Is a Manipulator
Not every attempt to manipulate us is obvious. Especially the professional manipulators learn how to hide their intentions. Unfortunately, there are a lot of those manipulators in business and private life. Learn how to recognize manipulators.
Shape the Future: Simple Actions You Can Take Today for a Better Tomorrow
Imagine a world where future generations thrive, where the air is cleaner, communities are stronger, and our actions today make all the difference.
Captivate Your Audience: Mastering Props in Presentations
So, I’ll see how much I want to hold back, because props are one of my favorites in speeches and presentations. When used thoughtfully, they work wonders on the audience.
The Opening of Your Pitch
The first few minutes of your pitch are critical. Carefully plan your opening, as these initial moments can make or break your presentation.
Professional Media Coaching: Enhance Your Media Presence
Learn how to present yourself effectively in front of the camera with our practical guide. Discover essential tips on preparation, on-camera skills, and actionable steps to enhance your video presence. Whether for virtual meetings, social media, or key presentations, make a lasting impression and communicate confidently on screen.
Think twice before talking to the media
You get a call from a reporter who wants to interview you. Because you like the idea, you want to confirm it right away. Wait a minute!
What effort and cost for the preparation of a conversation or negotiation are justified?
If you expect something from a conversation, it pays off to prepare accordingly. With a good conversation, a lot can be achieved and investments are worthwhile. So far so good. Which effort exactly is worthwhile?
Professional Impact Analysis: Discover How Others See You
How well do you really know yourself? What insights would help you understand how others perceive you and how you can enhance that perception?
What Public Speakers Should Know About Facial Expressions
What aspects of facial expressions do you focus on during conversations, speeches, and presentations to ensure effective communication and connection with your audience?
These 20+ conversation tips let you talk without interruption!
What kind of people don’t let you finish your talk? In a good conversation, everyone has his part. Everyone can talk and let the other talk. But why are some people interrupted so often and what can be done about it? Here are some tips to reduce the likelihood to be interrupted while you speak.
The Power of Simplicity in Public Speaking
One should choose the simplest explanation of a phenomenon, the one that requires the fewest leaps of logic. The more complex something is, the easier we should explain it.
Don’t ignore conflicts!
When problem-solving everyday issues become a tug-of-war over who’s right and who’s wrong, then settling even the smallest of discussions becomes a battle. Don’t ignore conflicts. Deal with them!
The Five-Finger Speech Structure: An Easy Way to Make Your Message Stick
The Five-Finger Speech Structure is a simple and powerful tool to help speakers effectively communicate their message, whether in planned or impromptu settings. It guides you through outlining the current situation, defining goals, planning implementation, highlighting benefits, and delivering a strong call to action.