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Thomas Erikson is a renowned behaviorist, bestselling author, and lecturer, specializing in communication and human behavior. Based in Sweden, he is known for his "Surrounded by" series, which has sold over 8 million copies globally and been translated into more than 60 languages. Erikson delivers over 120 keynotes annually covering a range of topics such as human behavior, communication dynamics, self-awareness, manipulation, narcissism, and leadership.
In addition to his speaking engagements, Erikson offers mentorship to top-level executives and entrepreneurs across Europe, focusing on leadership development and organizational goals. He customizes his lectures to address specific organizational needs, including leadership, sales, service, customer relations, and conflict resolution. His approach integrates models from behavioral science, his own experiences, and humor to enhance the understanding and application of communication strategies.
Erikson has coached over 4,500 executives in the past 20 years, helping them enhance communication between leadership and workforce to boost organizational effectiveness. Notable among his keynotes are "Surrounded by idiots? Here's how to get rid of them!" which provides insights on managing challenging social and professional relationships, and "Surrounded by Setbacks- how to turn setbacks into success," focusing on resilience and overcoming adversities. He has also delivered a TEDx talk titled "Why Gen Z don’t exist – at least not the way you think" at TEDxAthens and presented "5 Ways To Handle Conflict with Confidence," detailing conflict resolution strategies.
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