In this inspiring and insightful talk, Obi Abuchi explores how challenges do not just test us, they reveal us. Whether it is a stressful moment at work, a personal loss, or the daily grind of expectations, being “squeezed” exposes our mindset, habits and emotional wiring.With stories from his own journey and over two decades of leadership development, Obi reveals what transformational leaders have in common. They do not wait for perfect conditions to inspire others, they begin with themselves. They build emotional intelligence, self-awareness and compassion so that, even under pressure, they respond with purpose rather than reactivity.This is a talk about becoming the kind of leader who lifts others, especially when it is hardest to do. Because ultimately, the most powerful influence we have on the world starts from within. Obi Abuchi is known as the Jedi of Personal Leadership.He is a husband, father, transformational speaker, executive coach, and author of Leading from Your Core.As the CEO of CORE Leaders International, he is dedicated to equipping leaders to transcend the ordinary by focusing on the inner alignment needed to thrive in today’s complex world.With over 20 years of experience working with, training, and coaching leaders across global organisations, Obi has seen first hand the struggles of leadership—burnout, disengagement, and the pressure to perform at the cost of personal well-being and personal congruence. His CORE Leader Model challenges traditional leadership paradigms, offering a fresh, sustainable approach that integrates personal, relational, professional, and spiritual alignment.Obi’s own personal experiences, struggles, and insights have resonated with leaders worldwide, from corporate executives to entrepreneurs, inspiring them to lead with clarity, purpose, and resilience.He believes that the future isn’t just built by strategy—it’s shaped by leaders who are deeply aligned and equipped to inspire lasting impact. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

We’re drowning in communication, endless meetings, messages, and digital noise that leave us exhausted and unproductive. In this talk, Sally Pritchett shares why our modern work culture needs a communication “diet” and how overcommunication is quietly killing creativity, innovation, and wellbeing. Drawing parallels with food culture and technology, she explores the human drivers behind this overload and offers a compelling new mindset for leaders and teams to reset, refocus, and thrive. Sally leverages her three decades working in communication and her relentless passion to unleash the power of communication as a catalyst for a better future.Sally has been fortunate enough to advise over 200 organisations, including some of the worlds largest and best workforces as well as practicing what she preaches leading her own employee-owned, B Corp communications agency. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx