Get ready for an extraordinary episode of the Julio Verissimo Live Show, where diplomacy, insight, and inspiration converge in a world-class conversation with none other than Navid Nazemian — the globally celebrated #1 Executive Transition Coach, international bestselling author, and one of the most influential thought leaders in modern leadership.

In a world where corporate landscapes are in constant flux, where senior leaders navigate increasing pressure and expectation, executive transitions are no longer just career shifts — they are transformational rites of passage. In this special episode, Julio Verissimo engages in a deeply revealing dialogue with Navid, exploring how to lead with authenticity, manage change with confidence, and elevate both personal and organizational impact.

🔍 Meet Navid Nazemian

Navid Nazemian, PCC (ICF), is the author of “Mastering Executive Transitions – The Definitive Guide”, a #1 new release and international bestseller. He is an Executive Transition Coach trusted by CEOs, CHROs, and senior leaders worldwide. His 20+ year career spans human resources leadership roles in some of the world’s most admired companies, working across five countries and six industries — from emerging markets to global headquarters.

Navid is celebrated for his ability to blend strategic clarity with emotional intelligence, offering high-level coaching that transforms not just roles, but lives. His deep expertise makes him a sought-after speaker, consultant, and advisor to some of the most high-impact professionals in the business world today..

🌟 🏅 Honors & Awards:

• HR’s Most Influential Practitioner – HR Magazine
• Global #1 Executive Coach – CEO Today (3x winner)
• 100 Most Iconic Coaching Leaders – CHRO Asia
• Outstanding Leadership Award – Education 2.0

🔹 Overview of the Book

The book is structured in four main parts and spans 14 chapters, each focusing on different dimensions of executive transitions:

Part I: Foundations of Executive Transitions
Explores the history of onboarding and why structured frameworks are essential.
Differentiates between transition advisers and leadership development coaches.
Highlights the urgent need for better executive transitions in today’s fast-paced world.

Part II: Challenges & Failures
Investigates the shortcomings of organizational onboarding processes.
Details the Top 10 Reasons for Executive Transition Failures, including poor cultural fit and inadequate support.
Analyzes the true costs—financial, cultural, and strategic—of failed transitions.

Part III: Toward Transition Mastery
Makes a compelling business case for investing in successful transitions.
Introduces intervention strategies and the Double Diamond© Framework, a unique model designed to de-risk transitions.
Provides actionable insights to help executives reach peak productivity faster and avoid derailment.

Part IV: Your Last 90 Days
Offers guidance on how to exit an executive role gracefully, ensuring continuity and legacy.

🔹 Key Insights and Data

📊 40% of executives fail or leave within 18 months.
📊 52% of CEO departures in the Russell 3000 were forced exits (often disguised).
📊 67% of leaders regret not moving faster to shift company culture.
📊 70% of CEOs feel dissatisfied or unsupported in their onboarding.
📊 90% of hiring costs are spent on recruitment, while only 10% go toward successful integration.

These data points underscore that despite heavy investments in hiring executives, companies rarely provide sufficient backend support—leaving new leaders vulnerable in the crucial early months.

🔹 Available Formats

The guide is available in multiple formats to suit diverse learning preferences:
📘 Paperback: 242 pages
📕 Hardcover: 254 pages
📱 Ebook: Kindle and all formats
🎧 Audiobook: 5 hours 34 minutes
📝 Workbook: 31 pages (companion tool)
⚡ Blink Summary: 17-minute distillation for quick reference

🔹 Featured Framework: The Double Diamond© of Executive Transitions

This proprietary model offers a structured approach to:
🔹 Diagnose existing challenges
🔹 Design targeted interventions
🔹 Deliver results through strategic coaching and systems alignment

It helps leaders move from initial onboarding to full integration with confidence, clarity, and speed.

🔹 Who Should Read This Book?

👤 Executives stepping into new leadership roles seeking a roadmap to success
🧠 Coaches and HR professionals designing or supporting onboarding frameworks
🏢 Organizations wanting to protect their investment in talent and prevent costly transition failures

🔹 Endorsements and Case Studies

The book includes real-life experiences and testimonials from 12 C-level executives, including:
💬 CEOs of Vodafone Germany and CoachSource
💬 CHROs of global companies such as Nord Anglia Education and GW Pharmaceuticals
💬 Managing Directors at Russell Reynolds Associates and Partners Group

🔹 Final Reflection

Navid Nazemian’s work is more than a guide—it’s a call to action for organizations to take executive transitions seriously. Drawing from global insights, executive coaching experience, and leading-edge research, this book turns a high-risk phase into a strategic opportunity for impact.

“It is when we are in transition that we are most completely alive.” – William Bridges

🧠 A Message from Navid Nazemian:

Whether you’re a CEO, an aspiring leader, or someone preparing for their next big move, this episode offers clarity, wisdom, and practical strategies that will help you lead with impact, dignity, and purpose.

Join us as Julio Verissimo and Navid Nazemian open a vital conversation that goes beyond career—into character, vision, and legacy.

This episode promises to be not just a dialogue, but a masterclass for anyone seeking to lead with purpose, authenticity, and global impact.

🎧✨ Tune in and be part of an inspiring journey where voices truly inspire and ideas ignite.
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