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Michelle Tillis Lederman, CSP, SCC
Executive Coach, Speaker, Trainer, Author, and CEO of Executive Essentials.
Michelle Tillis Lederman is an expert on workplace communications and relationships. Named by Forbes as one of the Top 25 Networking Experts, and a top 10 thought leader in both career and personal branding by Thinkers 360. Michelle is a speaker, trainer, and author of four books including The Connectors Advantage and The 11 Laws of Likability. Her books Heroes Get Hired and Nail The Interview, Land The Job help service members, new grads, returning parents and others integrate into the workforce.
Michelle is an executive coach, people expert, and CEO of Executive Essentials, which provides customized communications and leadership coaching and training programs. Michelle believes real relationships lead to real results and specializes in teaching people how to communicate with confidence, clarity, and connection.
Having worked with fortune 500, non-profit, university and government clients she’s identified the common struggle… it’s people challenges. Her mission, to help people work better together, has driven her work with clients large and small including JPMorgan, J&J, Deutsche Bank, Michigan State University, MetLife, Sony, Ernst & Young, the Department of Environmental Protection, and Madison Square Garden.
Highly sought after for her energetic, engaging, and authentic presentations, Michelle has appeared on stages around the globe. She holds a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation from the National Speaker’s Association, placing her within the top 3% of speakers. Her deep expertise has led her to be a regular media contributor, appearing on CBS, NBC, Fox, NPR, CNBC, the NY Times, the Wall Street Journal, Working Mother, US News & World Report, MSNBC, Forbes and USA Today among many others.
Michelle spent a decade in finance with positions in audit, M&A, financial consulting, VC, and hedge fund investing. Passionate about education, Michelle served as a Communications Professor at NYU’s Stern School of Business, on the faculty of the American Management Association, Lehigh Executive Education, and Rutgers Executive Education.
She received her BS from Lehigh University, her MBA from Columbia Business School, holds the PCC designation from the International Coaching Federation, and is certified in Marshall Goldsmith’s Stakeholder Centered Coaching method.
Located in South Orange, New Jersey
Resources:
Heroes Get Hired: How to Use Your Military Experience to Master the Interview
A specialized guide helping veterans translate their military experience into civilian terms for job interviews. This book addresses the unique challenges veterans face when re-entering the workforce or changing jobs, providing strategies to help them communicate their valuable skills and experiences effectively. Offered FREE for veterans and their spouses, it’s a practical resource for those transitioning from military to civilian careers.
Nail the Interview, Land the Job: A Step-by-Step Guide for What To Do Before, During and After the Interview
A step-by-step guide revealing exactly what candidates need to do to shine during the interview process and stand out from the competition. This practical resource drills down into every step of the interview journey, from detailed preparations to effective follow-up strategies. The book offers specific techniques to help job seekers navigate the increasingly competitive job market and convince potential employers they’re the right candidate.
The 11 Laws of Likability: Relationship Networking…Because People Do Business with People They Like
A book that moves beyond transactional networking to focus on genuine connections based on likability. Through activities, self-assessment quizzes, and real-life anecdotes, readers learn to identify their likable qualities and create honest interactions that benefit all parties. The book demonstrates how relationship-building based on authenticity creates more meaningful professional and personal connections.
The Connector's Advantage: 7 Mindsets to Grow Your Influence and Impact
A practical guide for those who are networking but not seeing results, looking for career advancement, or wanting their ideas to be heard. The book offers strategies to become an effective connector, translating networking efforts into tangible outcomes. Michelle offers signed copies with personalized inscriptions, making it an ideal gift for colleagues, mentors, or friends who want to enhance their connection skills.
The Connected Leader Course
An 8-week peer learning experience co-created with Lou Diamond that provides both foundational thinking and tactical skills for connected leadership. Designed for high-potential professionals with 10+ years of experience, the course helps leaders expand networks, develop leadership skills, influence through clear communication, navigate interpersonal dynamics, apply coaching techniques, and create cultures of trust. Available as self-paced or with live virtual sessions.