Dr. Fady Sahyoun is an Executive Advisor, Charisma & Behavioral Strategist, and author specializing in charisma, executive presence, human behavior, and influence. His work is centered on a question he has researched for more than a decade: Why do people choose to follow one person rather than another? He is the author of The Code: 27 Laws for Charisma and writes about the behavioral dynamics behind authority, credibility, influence, and voluntary followership in professional and business environments.
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Why Competent Professionals Get Ignored in Meetings
Why expertise alone doesn't guarantee influence—and what professionals can do to make their ideas heard.
Why do some professionals struggle to be heard despite their expertise? Charisma Coach Fady Sahyoun explores the communication habits, relationships, and workplace dynamics that determine whether good ideas receive attention.
From Director to C-Suite: Why Political Intelligence Changes Everything
Why professional competence alone rarely guarantees a seat at the executive table.
Technical expertise and strong performance can take professionals into management, but reaching the C-suite requires something more: political intelligence. Dr. Fady Sahyoun explores how organizational awareness, strategic relationships, and the ability to navigate power dynamics shape executive advancement.
