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Energy beats strategy — and former Siemens & Alcoa CEO Klaus Kleinfeld reveals the playbook to end burnout, regain focus, and execute at the highest level.In this conversation, Klaus Kleinfeld breaks down why energy management—not tactics—separates elite leaders from exhausted teams. You’ll hear how to turn purpose into a “laser,” control emotions under pressure, win buy‑in without formal authority, and build routines that actually stick when life is chaotic.Connect with Klaus Kleinfeld:Buy the Book: Leading to Thrive: Mastering Strategies for Sustainable Success in Business and LifeFollow Klaus Kleinfeld on LinkedInContact ANIRequest A Customized Workshop For Your CompanyFollow Kwame Christian on LinkedInnegotiateanything.comClick here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!Discount code"KWAME" gives 30% discount over 3 monthsTL;DR what is folk?folk is a CRM, and extension, that helps businesses buildreal relationships and close deals.Why is folk better?folk is simple, integrated, and proactive to use.folk’s value proposition?folk CRM does the busy work for you, so you can focus ongrowing your service business.folk’s taglinefolk, like the sales assistant your team never hadWhat product details will most excite your audience?• Our seamless integrations with social channels• Our 1-click Enrichment that finds contact details for you• Know the best leads to reach out to with AI Follow-upsUseful links & resources• folk's website• folk's Linkedin• Simo, our CEO’s, LinkedIn• folk's YoutubeIn this episode, you’ll learn: The Energy Stack: body, mind (emotional + mental), and spirit—and how each fuels performance. Purpose as a Force Multiplier: why purpose focuses energy like a laser and makes hard work feel lighter. Emotion Control Under Fire: observer mindset (“interesting…”), the Buddha “gift” story, and box breathing (4‑4‑4‑4) you can use mid‑negotiation. Beating Burnout with Micro‑Habits: morning training, sleep + light discipline, intermittent fasting, and travel resets that keep leaders sharp. Compartmentalization & Presence: shutting the “monkey mind” to be fully with family or fully at work—on purpose. Buy‑In Without Authority: build a burning platform (competition + customer reality), tell human stories, and pass the “Saturday morning” test. #Leadership #Burnout #HighPerformance #Energy #Purpose #EmotionalIntelligence #Negotiation #ChangeManagement #TeamCulture #KlausKleinfeld #Siemens #Alcoa #CEO #Mindset #Routines