Known as “The Wingman,” Lt Col Waldo Waldman is a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, combat decorated fighter pilot, New York Times bestselling author, and executive coach. An expert on change management and resilience, he helps leaders build collaborative cultures of trust and courage in highly competitive, turbulent conditions. Read More >

During his interactive in-person (or virtual) leadership program, Waldo shares combat tested tools and techniques on managing change, performing under pressure, and building trusting relationships to help build courage, commitment, and revenue during challenging times.

Leaders will learn:

• How to leverage one’s mindset to maintain focus amidst uncertainty
• The three steps peak performers take to face adversity with courage
• Tactics to cultivate resilience and confidence to lead under pressure
• How to grow influence and impact with coworkers, clients and partners

Waldo’s message inspires a “One Team, One Mission” culture and reminds leaders that winners Never Fly Solo®. Read Less ^

In today’s volatile business environment where uncertainty and fear are prevalent, companies need courageous employees who are resilient and more focused than ever to serve clients with confidence. With so many people working remotely, it’s not only critical that they collaborate, but also that they hear from their leaders! Read More >

An expert on change management and peak performance, Waldo helps build resilient sales teams. During his customized, interactive virtual leadership program, Waldo will share real-world, combat tested tools and techniques on managing change, performing under pressure, selling with confidence and building trusting relationships to help build courage and focus during challenging times.

Leaders Will Learn:

• How to leverage one’s mindset to maintain focus amidst uncertainty
• The three steps peak performers take to face adversity with courage
• Tactics to cultivate resilience and confidence to sell under pressure
• How to grow influence and impact with coworkers, clients and partners

Waldo’s message inspires a “One Team, One Mission” culture and reminds leaders that winners Never Fly Solo®. Read Less ^

Flying solo? You might think so. But take a good look around. You have support staff; you have managers; you have suppliers, vendors, and distributors; and you have colleagues, family members, and significant others. By committing yourself to excellence and placing your trust in those around you, you can overcome obstacles, adapt to change, and break performance barriers during adverse times. By placing your trust in your wingmen and by being a wingman to your customers and team, there is no mission you can't complete. Read More >

Lt. Col. Rob "Waldo" Waldman, “The Wingman,” overcame a lifelong battle with claustrophobia and a fear of heights in order to become a decorated combat Air Force fighter pilot and highly successful businessman, entrepreneur, and New York Times best-selling author. His motto is “Winners never fly solo!” Through his captivating personal stories and high energy videos, learn how you—like a fighter pilot—can succeed in highly competitive and demanding environments. Read Less ^

The key to building and sustaining relationships is to develop them based on mutual trust. Connecting with people on a human and emotional level and developing a reputation as a trusted resource is one of the most important traits you can have in business. When you combine trusting relationships with a product or service that truly provides value, you win in business… and life! Read More >

In this presentation, speaker Rob “Waldo” Waldman will teach you how to gain new business leads and referrals by promoting yourself as a trusted “wingman” among your business associates and peers; implement unique tools and techniques to build value and trust when you network; identify and improve weak areas in your relationship-building agenda that are holding back your ability to grow your business and take positive steps to improve them; and, last but not least, build “relationship currency” with your personal network that can be cashed in when you need it the most. Read Less ^

In the world of the fighter pilot, complacency kills. A failure to adhere to standards, maintain discipline and follow procedures not only can cause aircraft mishaps, but it can also cost lives. The same holds true on the factory floor or a dangerous worksite. Employees who lack attention to detail, focus, and discipline are prone to make mistakes that can impact safety, productivity, operational excellence…and lives. Waldo will share proven leadership principals based on his experience as an Air Force safety officer and as a combat flight lead where his wingmen’s lives were on the line. Read More >

Following his program, the audience will learn peak performance leadership and safety enhancing tools based on three key concepts: Read Less ^

• Commitment to Excellence – Everyone must know exactly what and who they are fighting for. They should emulate excellence on and off the job, and understand that their role is essential to safety, morale, and culture.
• Values Based Culture – Integrity, accountability, mutual respect, and teamwork must serve as the foundation for all relationships.
• Effective Communication – Leaders listen intently and communicate their safety vision with passion. They promote open two-way communication.