Dr. Corrie Jonn Block, PhD, DBA

Why External Speakers Outperform Internal Ones at Corporate Events.
Corrie Block
October 08, 2025

Imagine you’ve been invited to a corporate event. You sit down, ready to be inspired, and then—bam! The speaker is your CFO, delivering the same message you heard last quarter, dressed up in different PowerPoint slides. Now, compare that to a world-renowned industry expert walking onto the stage, sharing cutting-edge insights and engaging stories from outside your company's walls. Which one keeps you awake?

The ROI of Executive Coaching: What’s Your Income Potential If You Actually Invested in Yourself?
Corrie Block
July 30, 2025

You’re sitting on a mountain of potential income, but chances are—you’re too distracted, too risk-averse, or too comfortable to climb it

The future belongs to coached leaders.
Corrie Block
July 22, 2025

“You won’t be replaced by AI in future. But you might be replaced by someone who knows how to lead in a world run by it.”
This is no longer the age of steady hands and safe decisions.
This is the age of mental agility, emotional clarity, and radical reinvention.

The headlines are relentless:
AI is rewriting industries.
Geopolitics are redrawing maps.
Climate disruption is rewriting supply chains.
And your team? They’re exhausted, overstimulated, and unsure whether leadership is even still worth following.

If you’re leading right now, you’re already leading through chaos.
The only question is: Are you adapting fast enough?

In Chief Executive Coach, I challenge a dangerous assumption at the top: that leaders can “figure it out” on their own. That because you’ve made it to the C-suite, you’ve outgrown the need for growth.

That mindset? It’s a relic.
And like the dire wolves, those prehistoric predators who looked like grey wolves but couldn’t evolve fast enough to survive, leaders who resist coaching will become obsolete.

Because here’s the truth:
You are no longer just a strategist.
You are an emotional thermostat for your team.
You are the signal in a sea of digital noise.
You are the filter between human potential and algorithmic overwhelm.

Coaching isn’t optional anymore. It’s operational.

It’s the system upgrade that helps you:
Filter pressure into clarity.
Turn uncertainty into decision velocity.
Transform fatigue into focused momentum.
The best leaders today aren’t the ones with all the answers.
They’re the ones who ask better questions, faster, and with more self-awareness than ever before.

And the ones who thrive?
They’re the ones who don’t just lead their teams, they lead themselves first.

A coach isn’t there to fix you.
A coach is there to refine the edge you didn’t know you had.

So ask yourself:
Are you clinging to past wins, or building the mental infrastructure for tomorrow’s reality?
Are you leading like you’ve arrived, or like you’re just getting started?

Because in this new world?
The future won’t be built by the loudest voices.
It will be built by the most coachable minds.

The authenticity paradox; Lead with soul, not just strategy.
Corrie Block
May 25, 2025

“The future will belong to the leaders who are strong enough to be seen, and wise enough to know when.”
Let’s tell the truth: leadership is lonely.
It’s not the kind of lonely you can admit in public, it’s the existential kind.
The kind that hits when the cameras are off, and the team is looking to you for certainty you don’t have.

In Chief Executive Coach, I explore what I call the Authenticity Paradox, the razor’s edge every modern leader is now walking.

Because today, everyone’s watching.
And in a world obsessed with “authentic leadership,” the pressure to be open, vulnerable, real, is mounting. But here’s the paradox:
Show too little, and you seem robotic. Show too much, and you lose the room.

It’s not just about emotional intelligence anymore, it’s emotional precision.

Add to that the return-to-office culture wars, remote work rifts, and a workforce navigating burnout, grief, and global trauma, and you’ve got leaders operating in unprecedented complexity. This isn’t business as usual. This is a spiritual marathon disguised as a job title.

And most leaders?
They’re exhausted from pretending they’re not exhausted.

That’s where coaching steps in, not as a fix, but as a refinement.
A high-trust space where leaders can process fear without losing face. Where clarity replaces noise, and power is found not in control, but in congruence.

Because the best leaders today don’t have all the answers.
But they know how to ask the right questions.

Here’s what coaching reveals:
That power doesn’t come from the boardroom. It comes from alignment.
That vulnerability isn’t weakness, it’s accessibility, when applied with intention.
That people don’t follow your LinkedIn posts, they follow your consistency.
In an era where everyone has a platform but few have presence,
your ability to self-regulate, self-inquire, and self-evolve is your edge.

So ask yourself:
Are you holding the room… or hiding in it?
Are you leading from a script… or from your soul?

Because the future won’t be built by those who perform leadership.
It’ll be built by those who embody it.

View more at my Ted Talks online.

Coaching is not a luxury, it’s your survival strategy.
Linkedln
April 22, 2025

AI is rewriting job descriptions before your job description hits “Save.” Economic storms are no longer if, they’re when. The next cultural wave or climate emergency? Already on the horizon. And here you are, expected to lead through it all like the rules haven’t changed.

The illusion of success: are you winning or just keeping score?
Linkedln
February 27, 2025

From an early age, we are wired to chase accumulation, more titles, more money, more status. We define success by outward markers, measuring our worth by how far ahead we are, rather than how deeply fulfilled we feel.

Yet, repeatedly, executives at the top admit to the same realization: They climbed the ladder only to realize it was leaning against the wrong wall.

The executive’s greatest blind spot: are you coaching yourself into a corner?
Linkedln
February 25, 2025

Executives hire financial advisors, strategy consultants, and performance analysts. Yet, when it comes to their own personal growth, many operate under the illusion that success at the top is a solo journey. It’s not.

Setting and Achieving Goals with a Business Coach
Linkedln
November 19, 2023

Today’s business world is dynamic and fast-paced, so high-level managers face some crazy challenges in maximizing their personal and professional performance. To unlock their full potential and achieve remarkable success, many managers are turning to a powerful resource: a business coach.

Unlocking Your Potential with a Business Coach
Corrie Block
June 26, 2023

In today’s highly competitive business landscape, C-suite executives face numerous challenges in driving growth, maximizing performance, and navigating complex organizational dynamics. To excel in their roles and unlock their full potential, many executives are turning to a business coach as their no-so-secret weapon. Whether based in Dubai or operating globally, a top business coach can provide invaluable guidance, support, and strategic insights, enabling executives to enhance their leadership capabilities and drive sustainable success. Let’s take a look at the transformative impact of business coaching. What have you got to lose?

Well, let me tell you.

The Power of Business Coaching
Business coaching is a collaborative process that involves working with an experienced professional who provides guidance and support to help executives achieve their goals and overcome obstacles. A business coach acts as a trusted advisor, offering an objective perspective, challenging assumptions, and fostering personal and professional growth. With their expertise in leadership development, strategy, and organizational dynamics, business coaches help executives refine their skills, broaden their perspectives, and make informed decisions.

A Top Business Coach in Dubai
In my local business ecosystem of Dubai, executives can find a few exceptional business coaches who specialize in various industries and possess a deep understanding of the local market. A top business coach in Dubai combines international best practices with a nuanced understanding of the region’s unique challenges and opportunities, making them an invaluable partner for executives aiming to excel in this dynamic environment.

One such executive who experienced the transformative power of business coaching is Sara Ahmed, CEO of a leading technology firm in Dubai. Facing mounting pressures, Sara sought the guidance of a business coach to help her overcome challenges and propel her organization to new heights. Through regular coaching sessions, strategic discussions, and personalized development plans, Sara was able to unleash her full potential as a leader.

Sara’s Success Story
When Sara began working with her business coach, she was facing numerous obstacles in her role as CEO. The company was grappling with increasing competition, market disruptions, and internal conflicts. Sara felt overwhelmed and unsure of the best course of action to steer her organization in the right direction.

Through the guidance of her business coach, Sara gained a fresh perspective on her leadership approach and developed strategies to address the company’s challenges effectively. The coach helped Sara identify her strengths, embrace her leadership style, and build a high-performing team that shared her vision and values. By leveraging business coaching, Sara was able to enhance her strategic thinking, decision-making capabilities, and interpersonal skills.

Sara recalls, “Working with a business coach has been a game-changer for me. The insights and tools I gained through coaching have not only transformed my leadership style but also had a profound impact on the company’s performance. The coach helped me unlock my personal potential and navigate complex situations with confidence. I became a stronger leader. Now we’re more agile, innovative, and aligned with our strategic goals.”

The Benefits of Business Coaching
Sara’s success story is not unique. Numerous studies have demonstrated the substantial benefits of business coaching for executives. Here’s some of the benefits that were found in a recent study by Luisa Zhou:

80% of people who receive coaching say their self-confidence increased
70% of those who are coached improve their work performance, relationships, and communication
86% of companies report recouping their investment in coaching and more
99% of those who hire a coach are “satisfied” or “very satisfied”
73% of coaching clients report that coaching helps them improve their work performance, communication skills, interpersonal skills, relationships, work/life balance, and wellness
51% of companies with a strong coaching culture have higher revenues compared to their competitors
The median coaching ROI is 700% (7x) the investment.1
That’s right, business coaching is a not-so-secret, not-so-optional weapon for high performing executives.

Business coaching offers executives several key advantages
Enhanced Leadership Skills: Business coaching helps executives refine their leadership capabilities, enabling them to inspire and motivate their teams, communicate effectively, and make sound strategic decisions.
Improved Emotional Intelligence: A business coach can help executives develop emotional intelligence, allowing them to navigate complex workplace dynamics, build strong relationships, and manage conflict with finesse.
Strategic Thinking and Innovation: Through business coaching, executives gain fresh perspectives, learn to think strategically, and foster a culture of innovation within their organizations.
Enhanced Work-Life Balance: Business coaching can assist executives in achieving a healthy work-life balance by identifying priorities, setting boundaries, and optimizing time management.
Greater Confidence and Resilience: A business coach provides executives with the tools to build self-confidence, overcome challenges, and develop resilience, empowering them to thrive in dynamic business environments.
As the demands on C-suite executives continue to evolve, the role of a business coach in Dubai or any other global location is becoming increasingly essential. The transformative impact of business coaching on leaders’ effectiveness, organizational performance, and personal fulfilment is undeniable. By partnering with a top business coach, executives can unlock their potential, overcome obstacles, and achieve sustainable success. As Sara Ahmed experienced first–hand, the guidance and support provided by a business coach can be a catalyst for personal growth and organizational excellence. So, don’t hesitate to embrace the power of business coaching and embark on a journey of professional transformation. Connect with me today to talk about your next steps.

Chief Executive Coach
Corrie Block
February 17, 2025

Why traditional executive coaching is broken; and how to fix it. The neuroscience behind elite decision-making and high performance. How to shift from a “listener” to a high-impact executive coach. The biggest mistakes leaders make; and how to avoid them. How to build a coaching culture that fosters accountability and innovation.

Love @ Work
Passionpreneur Publishing
December 15, 2023

Love@Work challenges the norms of our professional environments, where the most powerful human connection, love, is often conspicuously absent.

Love@Work is more than just a concept; it’s a movement.

This book demystifies the process that leads an employee through the stages of feeling heard, understood, valued, and loved in the workplace.

It highlights the benefits to the organization along each step, and lays out a blueprint for organizational leaders to follow in order to curate the experience of Love @ Work for themselves and their teams.

Dr. Block’s perspective is not limited to theoretical concepts but extends to practical implementation.

His journey as an expert in Business Strategy, Organizational Behavior, and Leadership uniquely positions him to lead discussions on this innovative concept.

Dr. Block believes in the transformative power of love in the workplace and aims to explore how embracing this connection can reshape organizational culture, leadership, employee engagement, and redefine success.

Dr. Block’s vision for this topic is to inspire, provoke thought, and initiate meaningful change in workplaces across the globe.

Business Is Personal
Passionpreneur Publishing
June 04, 2021

After years of working in strategy and employee engagement, founding 7 companies of my own in media, education, consulting, and even textiles, and after working in more than a hundred companies as a strategist, I finally figured out the most profitable thing a company could do is to engage with their employees’ personal strategy.

And I was running strategy and employee engagement programs for large companies like World Bank, ADNOC, Inifiniti, and Microsoft.

IT WAS A HUGE SUCCESS

My client companies were totally transformed.

I achieved:

+19.7% improvements in leadership proficiency +18.0% improvement in management performance

+18.7% better corporate communications

+23.7% improvements in empowerment

+27.4% higher values-driven leadership

+22.2% improvements in personal life efficacy

The ROI on my executive coaching was more than 788%! But I was only training a few hundred employees a year. And there were literally millions of people that needed this information. I KNEW I COULD IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR MILLIONS OF PEOPLE, I HAD TO MAKE THIS KNOWLEDGE AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE. So I wrote my notes and stories down. And I published the book to give the strategic advantage of meaningful work-life to EVERYONE that wanted it.

If you want to live a more meaningful life at work, recognize what has ALWAYS BEEN TRUE: Business is Personal.

Spartan CEO
Passionpreneur Publishing
May 15, 2020

A Spartan CEO, as depicted in Dr. Corrie Block’s book, is a resilient and strategic leader who combines the determination and discipline of ancient Spartans with ethical leadership and innovative thinking. They excel in guiding their teams through challenges, fostering adaptability, and making decisions for sustainable success, embodying strength, vision, and integrity in their leadership approach.

AI isn’t coming for leadership roles, it’s coming for leaders without clarity, courage, or conscience. The real challenge isn’t about keeping up with the tools; it’s about staying human enough to use them wisely. The next generation of leaders will win not by mastering code, but by mastering connection.