Empowering leaders to succeed through the art of Communication
"Of all the life skills available to us, communication is perhaps the most empowering."
About
James Taylor has 15 years experience in the emergency services industry with a specialized skillset in crisis negotiation.
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Having spent years honing his skills in high-stress situations, James’ journey has shaped a passion for influencing others with advanced negotiation skills to enhance the communication and culture of organisational workplaces.
Drawing from his vast experiences in negotiation and communication, James started Leaders Check In to offer unique insights and transformative coaching strategies to business professionals and corporate leaders.
James will teach you all about being present in a conversation to making others feel heard, James specialises in not only what it’s all about but more importantly, how to do it. These skills are proven to influence leadership teams, work place culture and your employees mental health.
By bridging the gap between the high-stakes world of crisis negotiation and the dynamic landscape of the corporate realm, he aspires to revolutionise and assist the way you and your leaders build trust, respect and have meaningful conversations.
agenda
Each hour coaching presentation includes:
Introduction
Introduction into who James is, where he's come from within the world of crisis negotiation and his passion for advanced communication skills to improve your workplace culture.
experience
Using real world, lived experience examples used within the high stress world of negotiation.
qualifications
How James has drawn upon those experiences, qualifications and credibility to impart and transfer those communications skills in the corporate world, or any other industry for that matter.
methodology
Discussing the methodology behind communication skills and how they improve workplace culture, leadership abilities and personal lives.
specific skills
Breaking down specific communication skills and their ability to influence with positive results.
questions
...and of course, plenty of time for questions.
testimonials
"I invited James to speak at Deakin University’s Emerging Leaders Program. James left an indelible mark with his gracious, engaging, and inspiring talk.
Drawing from his experience as a crisis negotiator, he offered practical communication tips emphasising empathy and emotional intelligence to build strong relationships and foster a positive workplace culture.
His insights were genuinely transformative, motivating the group to apply his valuable lessons in their leadership roles. We are immensely grateful for the opportunity to learn from him.
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I can't recommend James highly enough!"
Bri Johnstone
(Deakin University Emerging Leaders Program)
"James is an exceptional facilitator with a natural aptitude to engage and empower his audience. His expertise is evident through the content he delivers and the passion in which he delivers it.
He has an innate ability to listen intently to his audience and respond in a bespoke and compassionate manner.
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Effective communication strategies are clearly his passion and this is apparent in his sessions through his mastery of adapting to group needs, effective language and the clear admiration that his participants bestow on his knowledge of content.
I would highly recommend James to any individual or organisation wishing to enhance their leadership skills, communication and feeling empowered."
Taylor Davies
(Project Coordinator: Mental Health and Wellbeing Act)
"I would highly recommend James to anyone looking for an engaging, unique speaker, who is able to turn real-world lessons learned during critical incidents into valuable learning experiences with management outputs!"
Dan Richmond
(MBA | CF APMP)
"I had the privilege of working alongside James for over 7 years.
He exemplified a strong commitment to learning, displayed exceptional operational proficiency, and, above all, showed unwavering dedication to the well-being of his colleagues and a profound enthusiasm for leadership. James' knowledge, zeal, and leadership skills were duly acknowledged.
He gained widespread recognition thorough the state as a remarkably skilled communicator and facilitator, making a lasting impact on the people he trained and on the organisation as a whole.
James has made a truly remarkable and enduring contribution to public service, surpassing the accomplishments of many who came before him, and likely those who will follow."
Woon Ooi
(Director: Core Leadership & Coordination)
"I'm often asked the question: "Who's the BEST guest speaker you've ever seen at a training event of conference?"
There have been many over the years - from Olympic gold medalists, to throught leaders, to celebrities - all with an inspiration story or message to share... so it's never been easy to narrow down to just one.
Until now.
I had the absolute pleasure of inviting James Taylor to our annual Store Manager Conference, to share his highly specializsed and unique lived experiences, which have shaped his perspective on the importance of communication skills and leading with empathy.
It was captivating, powerful and deeply moving.
So, if you planning a conference, seminar or leadership development program this year and looking for an expert to complement your event, I'm happy to recommend the best one I've ever seen."
Jessica Rogers
(Hugo Boss L&D Strategy)
"James recently delivered an engaging and insightful session for our middle managers at Life Saving Victoria, focusing on the core pillars of effective leadership: communication, trust-building, and vision. His expertise, humour, and exceptional storytelling left a lasting impression on everyone in the room.
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He skillfully blended practical examples with clear frameworks, making complex concepts accessible and immediately actionable. Our participants were energised, full of questions, and walked away with practical strategies they could apply straight away.
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James was also a pleasure to work with—well-organised, communicative, and genuinely invested in understanding our organisation so he could tailor the session to our needs. His ability to keep the audience engaged from start to finish was outstanding.
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This session was truly transformative for our middle managers. We look forward to working with James again and highly recommend him to any organisation looking to elevate its leadership capability."
Christine Kolar
(Senior Manager: Organisational Development, Life Saving Victoria)
