Tom Flatau

From command to connection – the science of relationship-rich leadership

“You’re good with your hands, but your brother is the intelligent one.” Those childhood words could have defined Tom Flatau’s entire story. After failing a major entrance exam at 11 and being labelled “average,” he could have settled for less. He didn’t. Today, Tom shows Fortune 500 executives how the same neuroscience that rewired his limiting beliefs can transform their leadership and business results.

Tom has spent over two decades translating brain science into practical strategies that deliver measurable change. Global powerhouses like HSBC, Atkins, Emirates, Siemens, Louis Vuitton, Unilever, and the BBC have seen significant breakthroughs in executive performance, team engagement, and bottom-line results.

Why Tom connects differently

Tom’s warmth and authenticity stems from his own journey. When Tom speaks, audiences don’t just learn—they feel understood. His signature mix of evidence-based insights, engaging storytelling, and interactive experiences creates a safe environment that allows even the most sceptical to embrace change. His approach delivers immediate impact: Small, practical shifts in thinking create exponential improvements in performance. Participants implement changes within hours of his keynotes.

Signature Keynotes

‘Human-centric leadership: and its neuroscience foundations : The neuroscience of influence and impact. Transform your leadership presence using brain science. Leaders leave with neural tools to build trust, inspire action, and navigate complexity with clarity that naturally brings their people with them.

Growth Mindset Culture: unlocking team and individual performance. Rewire your team’s approach to challenges. This keynote provides the exact neuroscience strategies that shift cultures from fear based compliance to innovation-driven ownership.

Black Belt Negotiation: Build better relationships and get the deal you want!
Master Tom’s battle-tested Five-Step Negotiation Funnel™, used by Fortune 500 executives. Walk away with frameworks to read any room and close deals others can’t.

Workshops and masterclasses for extended impact
Deep-dive, interactive sessions for leadership teams ready to embed transformation and create lasting organisational change.