Vlad Yakchenko

Wlad Jachtchenko is a rhetoric expert, three-time TEDx speaker and executive trainer for persuasion and charismatic leadership.

Vlad Yakchenko
Vlad Yakchenko

Who is Vlad Jachtchenko?

As a fully qualified lawyer with both state examinations in Bavaria and a political scientist with a Master of Arts from Columbia University in New York, who also worked as a research assistant at the United Nations, Wlad Jachtchenko brings with him an academic depth that is unparalleled in the German-speaking coaching and speaker market. His core topic: how managers can become more convincing, likeable and effective leaders through the interplay of classic rhetoric, modern argumentation theory and emotional intelligence. His guiding principle sums it up: „You are born a poet, you are made a leader."

Since 2007, he has been training and coaching politicians, managers and employees of well-known companies such as Allianz, BMW, Pro7 and 3M. As founder of the Argumentorik-Akademie and developer of the „Argumentorik-Konzept", he has established his own methodology that places the coherent argument at the center of every communication. His keynote speech on „Dark Rhetoric" at the Greator Festival has already been viewed over 600,000 times.

His leadership model „The 5 Roles of a Leader" has already helped over 115,000 managers, and the book of the same name has been the most widely read German leadership book since 2020. As a three-time SPIEGEL bestselling author, active tournament debater with final places in London, Paris, Athens and Istanbul, and podcaster with millions of downloads, Wlad Jachtchenko combines a scientific foundation with genuine stage presence, without relying on motivational lies or empty phrases.

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Successful leadership: avoid these 3 fatal mistakes! | Vladislav Yakhtchenko

Are you tired of being surrounded by bad bosses? At the Greator speaker night in Cologne, Wladislaw Jachtchenko will show you how to free yourself from negative leaders and become a better leader yourself. In his captivating presentation, he reveals the seven most common leadership mistakes and gives valuable tips on how to become a role model through good communication and adherence to principles. Find out in this keynote why mindset and feedback are essential and how you can fulfill your own leadership role effectively.

FINALLY quick-witted! (With these tips) | Wladislaw Jachtchenko

How quick-witted are you really? In his gripping presentation at the Speaker's Night in Cologne, Wladislaw Jachtchenko explains why persuasive argumentation and effective communication are the key to your success. Using a new six-step model, he will show you how to take your rhetoric to the next level and even earn a million euros more. Don't miss this opportunity - learn how to become quick-witted and successful!

Charisma: How YOU cast a spell over people | Wladislaw Jachtchenko

»If you can captivate people, you will be recognized and successful« Easier said than done? No, because top speaker Wladislaw Jachtchenko reveals in his keynote how you can easily use the charisma code for yourself! According to him, you need to define your personal constitution. To do this, you first need to identify your own core values. In this keynote, Wladislaw Jachtchenko explains 3 practical tips on how to do this. Have fun watching.

Why you communicate WRONG in everyday life! | Vladislav Yakhtchenko

Do you often feel misunderstood? At the Greator Speaker Night, Wladislaw Jachtchenko reveals why this is the case and how you can change it. He dives deep into the secrets of everyday communication and shows how you can build deeper connections and avoid conflict by making simple changes to the way you communicate. This talk is a real eye-opener for anyone who wants to take their communication skills to the next level. Let yourself be inspired!

State-recognized management training

Lead your team with clarity. Don't just manage.

Good leadership is not a talent. It is a craft that you can learn and train. 

Wlad's 6-month training course in the 5 roles of a manager shows you how: with Practical exercises, trainer feedback and a concept that has already transformed over 3,000 managers.

Certified by the state. Measurable results. Not a one-off seminar.
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