Today’s guest has interviewed over 1,000 top CEOs, unveiling timeless leadership principles and transforming them into actionable insights. As the Founder and CEO of The CEO Forum Group, he's not just a host but a visionary who pioneered the term "The Transformative CEO." His nationally syndicated radio show, The CEO Show, reaches over 600,000 listeners weekly across 62 stations, earning its place as the #1 podcast for CEOs in America. He's a Forbes, Fortune, and CNBC writer, with over 350 articles dedicated to transformative CEOs, women leadership, customer experience, culture, and digital transformation. Co-author of "The Transformative CEO," which inspired a documentary series, his work has been featured on Squawk Box and acknowledged by Harvard Business Review for his expertise in executive communications. I have the pleasure of producing The Transformative CEO virtual summits four times a year and have enjoyed sharing his events with my network. I love his philosophy that everyone should have access to success. Please join me in welcoming Robert Reiss. Join us as we delve into Robert Reiss's remarkable journey from overcoming dyslexia to founding the CEO Forum Group, and explore his unique insights on leadership, diversity, and the power of authentic connections. In this episode, we discuss: 📚 Dyslexia Superpowers: Robert reveals how overcoming dyslexia honed his problem-solving skills, connecting with high-level executives, and reading extensive business books during his daily commutes. 🌟 Leadership Insights: With interviews from over 1000 CEOs, Robert defines leadership as "to get from here to there," sharing wisdom from influential figures like John Chambers and Herb Kelleher. 🌎 Networking Essentials: Discover the power of authentic connections and relationships. Robert delves into experiences that highlight the importance of nurturing weaker ties and never burning bridges in both personal and professional spheres. 💼 Career Epiphanies: From environmental studies to founding the CEO Forum Group, listen to how a health scare led Robert to realize his God-given purpose, propelling his career to new heights and transforming the business landscape. Listen in to grasp the depth of Robert's leadership journey, his passion for helping others succeed, and his remarkable ability to seize opportunities and turn them into transformative experiences! Links Robert Reiss on LinkedIn. www.theceoforumgroup.com The Transformative CEO Summit Books mentioned in this episode: “Transformative CEO” by Robert Reiss “Think and Grow Rich: The Landmark Bestseller Now Revised and Updated for the 21st Century” by Napolean Hill “Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies” by Jim Collins “Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't” by Jim Collins Other Resources Listen to my episode with Terry Jones. Learn more about Dale Carnegie. On the Schmooze is a podcast that features interviews with talented professionals who have overcome challenges to achieve success. I ask probing questions, and guests share untold stories about their leadership journey and how they built and sustained their professional network. Subscribing (or following) and leaving a rating and review wherever you are listening helps this podcast be discovered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
