Today we're excited to welcome Navid Nazemian, best-selling author of Mastering Executive Transitions: The Definitive Guide. He is a speaker on leadership and career topics, and an executive coach affiliated with groups like 100 Coaches Agency and Hult Ashridge. Navid draws on 25+ years of global leadership to help executives navigate high-stakes transitions and deliver lasting impact. Recognized as the world’s #1 Coach by CEO Today for three consecutive years, he has supported senior leaders across top firms including BP, Coca-Cola, TikTok, Shell, and SAP.

In this episode, Navid shares the hard-won insights behind his book, shaped by decades of experience and a realization that even top companies struggle with executive onboarding. He breaks down why 40% of executive hires fail, the real cost of misalignment, and why transitions should be measured in 12 to 18 months instead of just 90 days. We also explore how Mastering Executive Transitions became the cornerstone of a $1 million ecosystem, from pre-launch crowdfunding success to 50+ podcast guestings, a 9,000-subscriber newsletter, and a focused LinkedIn strategy that earned him a Top Voice blue badge. You’ll hear practical tips on author positioning, thought leadership, and building momentum without burnout.

This episode is a masterclass in how one well-positioned book, supported by consistent thought leadership and a focused LinkedIn strategy, can quietly power a high-trust author brand and unlock long-term business momentum.

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Make sure to check out the book here: https://a.co/d/bqbYlp9

Want to learn more or get in touch? Connect with Navid on LinkedIn here: www.linkedin.com/in/navidnazemian

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