Meet Noah. In a high-stakes meeting, he finally speaks up with a transformative idea—only to be cut off before he can finish. The conversation moves on without him, leaving him frustrated and questioning why his voice goes unheard. This isn’t the first time he’s felt overlooked, and as he reflects later, he realizes he doesn’t know how to make others listen. In this episode, Jay is joined by Erdem Koch, a keynote speaker and communications coach who helps leaders like Noah build confidence and communicate like the top 1%. With over 20 years of experience in journalism, PR, and corporate communications, Erdem has transformed hesitant professionals into powerful communicators. Together, they explore how Noah can command attention, overcome self-doubt, and advocate for his ideas. Erdem shares practical strategies for handling interruptions, developing executive presence, and using storytelling to leave a lasting impact. If you’ve ever struggled to speak up, felt dismissed, or wanted to refine your communication skills, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways to help you own the room. Notable Quotes "Top communicators don’t just share ideas—they take their audience on a journey." — Erdem Koch "Confidence isn’t about knowing everything. It’s about trusting the value you bring." — Erdem Koch "True confidence comes from shifting focus from yourself to the impact you make." — Jay Abbasi About Our Guest Erdem Koch is a keynote speaker, executive coach, and communications expert specializing in high-impact messaging. With a background in journalism and PR, he has worked with top executives worldwide to refine their storytelling, build presence, and lead with confidence. His mission is to help professionals break through self-doubt, command attention, and communicate like the top 1%. Resources and Links Erdem Koch Website: https://erdemkoch.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erdem-koch/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erdem.koch/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erdem.koch X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/erdem_koch?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@erdemkoch Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Join Us Next Time On Friday, Jay will break down the SPEAR Model of Storytelling, a powerful framework to craft stories that captivate any audience. Whether you're in a boardroom or on stage, this episode will help you sharpen your storytelling skills. Stay inspired, stay resilient, and stay connected to what truly matters.