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Delivering talks that
leave an impact.

From TEDx stages to global corporate forums, Jochen delivers evidence-based keynotes that change how organizations think about people, emotions, and leadership. 

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Awestruck: Surprising facts about why we fall for charismatic leaders

TEDxUHasselt

What makes a leader charismatic? How do these leaders affect their followers? Discover the answer to these questions and so much more during this inspiring talk by Jochen Menges, a leader in studying leaders.

Stop overworking yourself

TEDxCambridgeUniversity

Jochen looks at our modern tendency to take on more and more work and asks how this might impact on the quality of both our work and lives. With this in mind, he shares some valuable ways to 'break free from the acceleration trap'.

Emotionale Intelligenz: Was steckt hinter den Gefühlen?

SRF einstein

What exactly is emotional intelligence? Feelings and emotions enrich life, shape relationships, and invigorate the workplace. Jochen demonstrates the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace. According to experts, emotions are connected to everything that is important for a company – employee performance, creativity, and innovation.

Nacht der Fraktale - Emotionale Intelligenz

Fraktalwerk

This keynote by Jochen examines the role of emotional intelligence in leadership from an evidence-based organizational behavior perspective. Drawing on contemporary research, the talk explores how leader’s abilities to perceive, regulate, and express emotions shape interpersonal dynamics, decision-making, and collective performance in organizations.

Group Emotion - The Science Behind Why People Come to Feel Alike

WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management

Jochen explores the psychological and social mechanisms underlying group emotions, including how and why individuals in groups tend to experience and express similar emotional states. The lecture opens up a compelling perspective on the emotional undercurrents that influence collaboration, leadership, and shared meaning at work.

Guidance WEF Roundtable: “Building Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystems”

Tamil Nadu Advanced Manufacturing Hub x World Economic Forum

The Tamil Nadu Advanced Manufacturing Hub focuses on encouraging development of new technologies and innovation in the fourth industrial revolution. Jochen delivered a keynote address at the event ‘Building Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystems for Sustainable Growth,’ proposing that we need to innovate and implement new people practices that allow people across an ecosystem to co-create the future of work.

Human FWPSummit 2019 Fireside Chat: So bringt man SPP pragmatisch auf die Strasse

Human HMN GmbH

In this chat, Jochen Menges steps into the role of moderator, guiding a thoughtful conversation about strategic workforce planning and the future of work. With his clarity and insight, he steers the discussion, drawing out perspectives and sparking reflections that make complex ideas accessible and compelling.

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Contact Jochen | Speaking Inquiries

Jochen is available for keynotes, panels, and workshops. His focus sits at the intersection of research and real-world application. His talks are designed for diverse audiences, from academics to industry settings.

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