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MICHAEL DeLISSER
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Unstoppable Success
From Fired to Inspired: Lessons in Leadership
Today, we dive into the essential role of communication in leadership with our guest, Michael Delisser. Michael shares his insights on how many executives falter due to poor communication skills, especially as they rise in their careers. He emphasizes that as leaders, our success increasingly hinges on our ability to connect and communicate effectively with our teams. We’ll explore practical tips for enhancing communication skills, including the importance of self-awareness and leveraging technology responsibly. Join us as we unpack these valuable lessons and discover how to foster stronger relationships in our professional lives. Unstoppable Success delves into the in...
2026-01-29
29 min
Lubar Executive Education Podcast
Unlearning the Communication Habits That Hold Leaders Back
In this episode, we sit down with Michael DeLisser—leadership strategist, executive coach, and author of Leadership Accelerators—to explore why communication habits play such a decisive role in a leader’s success.With more than 25 years of experience helping leaders across industries improve trust, relationships, and results, Michael shares what he’s learned from coaching thousands of professionals and teaching communication effectiveness at the executive level.During our time together, we discuss:The most common communication habits that quietly derail leaders.Why self‑awareness is the foundation of all meaningful...
2026-01-29
25 min
Speaking and Communicating Podcast
Communication Skills For Leaders w/ Michael deLisser
What happens when senior leaders do not improve their communication skills?Meet Michael deLisser!Michael has over 20 years of leadership development consulting, training, coaching and instructional design experience. He has trained over 3000 leaders / people managers, coached over 500 executives and people managers, and has facilitated strategic planning for more than 50 senior leadership teams in several industries. Michael was first exposed to the impact of communication skills on people's careers at age 15. On this episode, he describes what happens when leaders lack communication skills.In his book, "Leadership Accelerators", Michael gives a practical, h...
2026-01-19
32 min
Perpetual mOetion With Dr mOe Anderson
The Hidden Dangers of Multitasking
In this episode of Perpetual mOetion, Dr. mOe Anderson speaks with leadership consultant Michael DeLisser about the critical aspects of effective leadership, including the importance of communication skills, the dangers of multitasking, and the need for self-awareness. They discuss strategies for conducting effective meetings, the significance of pre-work, and the impact of gender diversity in leadership roles. Michael also shares insights from his book, Leadership Accelerators, which emphasizes emotional intelligence and the development of strong communication skills for leaders. Quote of the Day: "Diverse teams outperform homogenous teams." Takeaways 1. Leaders...
2026-01-09
35 min
Entrepreneur, Among Other Things
#124 - Michael Delisser - Why Do Companies Promote Good Employees to Be Bad Managers?
Michael de Lisser has spent over 25 years helping leaders bridge the gap between technical expertise and high-impact leadership. Growing up watching his father coach Fortune 100 executives on communication, Michael realized early on that technical skills might get you promoted, but communication skills are what keep you from getting fired.In this episode, Michael breaks down why high-potential employees often struggle when transitioning into management. He explains that companies frequently fail to provide the right tools for leading people, leaving new managers to rely on old habits that no longer serve them. Michael shares his framework for using...
2025-12-24
1h 25
I See What You're Saying
Accelerate Your Leadership with High Impact Communication Techniques | Michael Delisser | Ep. 134
In this episode, we dive into the key communication skills that set impactful leaders apart with expert guest Michael Delisser. We explore the crucial differences between self-awareness and self-perception, uncover common communication habits that hold leaders back, and learn actionable strategies for receiving feedback and turning data into insights. Through real-world examples and practical frameworks, we discover how to influence others, adapt to different personalities, and drive lasting results. By the end you’ll know how to strengthen relationships, lead effectively, and unlock your true leadership potential in any organizational setting.Timestamps: (00:00) - Michael Reddington welcomes Mi...
2025-12-24
58 min
The Amazing Authorities Podcast
Mastering Leadership Communication: Michael Delisser’s Guide to Emotional Intelligence and Presentation Confidence
In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson talks with Michael Delisser, leadership communication expert and author of Leadership Accelerators. Michael shares why so many executives struggle despite strong technical skills—and how emotional intelligence and self-awareness become essential as leaders rise.He reveals his custom MBA course focused on practical leadership communication skills, the power of video feedback to transform presentation delivery, and mindset shifts that help leaders manage anxiety and boost confidence. Michael also explains how understanding personality types can unlock team performance and why communication is the true differentiator in today’s fa...
2025-12-09
33 min
FailCraft
Promoted to Incompetence: Why Leaders Fail - Michael Delisser
Why do brilliant, technically-skilled leaders get fired?Michael Delisser, author of Leadership Accelerators, had a front-row seat to this exact problem when he was just 15. He watched his father coach Fortune 100 executives who, despite managing entire financial divisions, were fired for one simple reason: poor communication skills.This episode is a deep dive into the core FailCraft theme: how "success" (like a promotion) can unintentionally lead to failure. Michael breaks down the "Peter Principle"—how we are promoted to our highest level of incompetence because we're rewarded for technical sk...
2025-11-16
20 min
I Am Refocused Radio
Michael Delisser: Why Communication Is the Make-or-Break Skill in the Age of AI
Michael Delisser’s journey into the world of leadership began at just 15 years old, sitting quietly in the back of his father’s coaching sessions with Fortune 100 executives. These were elite leaders—brilliant, successful, respected—yet many had been fired for the same reason: ineffective communication. Watching top-tier professionals struggle to unlearn poor habits sparked a passion in him that would shape his life’s work. Today, Michael has built his career around one mission: helping leaders communicate with clarity, awareness, and impact. He understands the gap many organizations create unintentionally—promoting talented individuals for their technical skill while overlooking the communic...
2025-11-15
30 min
Book 101 Review
Book 101 Review, now in its fifth season, features Michael Delisser—a leadership strategist—as my guest.
Leadership Accelerators: High-Impact Communication Skills That Strengthen Relationships and Drive ResultsIn today’s fast-changing workplace—where AI and automation are transforming industries—many leaders find their careers stalling not from a lack of expertise, but from ineffective communication. Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or navigating the challenges of an executive position, how you communicate will define your success.Leadership Accelerators is your practical, hands-on blueprint for mastering the high-impact communication habits that strengthen relationships, sharpen self-awareness, and accelerate leadership growth. Drawing on more than 25 years of executive coaching, corporate training, and MBA-l...
2025-10-31
28 min
Personal Development Mastery: Clarity for Midlife Professionals in Transition
How Self-Awareness Shapes the Way You Communicate and Lead, with Michael DeLisser | #546
Are your communication habits secretly sabotaging your leadership potential and personal relationships?In today's fast-paced, distraction-filled world, mastering communication isn't just a nice-to-have — it's essential for thriving at work and home. If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, emotionally reactive, or disconnected despite professional success, this episode reveals how self-awareness is the linchpin to improving how you connect, lead, and relate.Discover the three key areas of self-awareness that can radically transform your communication and deepen trust in any relationship.Learn the most common bad habits that hurt your communication, and what...
2025-10-20
39 min
The Elisha Show
💬 How to Communicate Like a Leader in the Age of AI — with Michael DeLisser 🚀
In this thought-provoking episode, Amb. Elisha sits down with Michael DeLisser, a world-class communication and leadership coach, to uncover how self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and effective communication can make or break your career in today’s AI-driven world 🤖💡. From learning how communication failures derail executives, to practical steps for improving your leadership presence, Michael shares insights from his 20+ years of coaching Fortune 100 professionals — and reveals the inspiration behind his powerful book “Leadership Accelerators.” 🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why communication is the #1 skill to master in the AI era 🗣️ ...
2025-10-15
22 min
Food 101
Food 101 returns for its fifth Michael deLisser talking about spicy food as my guest.
Food 101 returns for its fifth season as Daniel Lucas welcomes Michael deLisser for a fiery deep-dive into the world of spicy food. From chilies’ flavor chemistry to the Scoville scale, Michael explains why heat can heighten sweetness, brighten acidity, and unlock hidden aromas. He shares kitchen-tested tips for building layered spice—toasting, blooming, and balancing with fat, acid, and a touch of sweetness. Expect myth-busting on capsaicin, smart pairings (mango, yogurt, lime), and beginner-to-bold recipes that scale the heat safely. Tune in for a conversation that proves spice isn’t just about burn—it’s about flavor, culture, and joy....
2025-10-14
23 min
Chasing Greatness with Ben Sorensen
Leadership Accelerators: Michael DeLisser on Communication, Personality, and EQ (Episode 92)
Michael Delisser is the owner of DeLisser consulting, a leadership coach, communications expert, and author. In this episode Ben and Michael discuss his new book "Leadership Accelerators" and the three leadership accelerators including Personality Preferences, Culturally Learned Communication Habits, Emotional Intelligence, and so much more! Produced by - http://ascentdigitalagency.com/ Book Ben - https://chasing-greatness.com/ Special Thanks to - https://www.delisserconsulting.com/
2025-06-18
1h 17
Chasing Greatness with Ben Sorensen
Episode 44 - Mastering Communication: Michael DeLisser on Nuance and Audience Engagement
Michael DeLisser has over 20 years of experience in leadership development, consulting, and training experience. In this episode Ben and Michael discuss nuance in communication, the complexities in different audiences and how the same message can be received differently, habits that tend to hold people back from success in their careers, how to strengthen relationships by not changing the other person, the value of feedback, and so much more!
2024-06-14
1h 21