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Julian Treasure is a world-leading authority on conscious listening, powerful speaking and the strategic use of sound. He helps leaders and organisations transform communication, engagement and performance in a world increasingly dominated by noise, distraction and disconnection.
 
His 17 TED and TEDx talks have been viewed more than 141 million times, making him the most-viewed TED speaker of all time, and the most prolific. His flagship talk, How to Speak So That People Want to Listen, has influenced millions of people globally.
 
Julian’s work combines science, business insight and practical tools. He equips leaders with immediately applicable techniques to improve clarity, build trust and create cultures of effective listening. His frameworks connect directly to measurable outcomes such as productivity, wellbeing and team performance.
 
He is the award-winning author of Sound Business, How to Be Heard and Sound Affects. His work has been recognised with the Toastmasters Golden Gavel Award and the International Listening Association’s Special Recognition Award. His online courses have taught more than 150,000 students worldwide.
 
Originally a musician, Julian became a successful publishing entrepreneur before founding an audio branding agency, where he spent two decades advising global brands on how sound influences behaviour and perception.
 
Today, he curates The Listening Society and leads a global mission to regenerate listening as a foundational skill for leadership, collaboration and human connection.
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Mastering Sound & The Art of Listening with Julian Treasure

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How to Speak So That People Want to Listen | Julian Treasure | TED

5 ways to listen better | Julian Treasure | TED

Julian Treasure: Why architects need to use their ears

How to Speak with Power and Charisma | Julian Treasure

The Speaking Expert: How To Speak So Everyone Hears You! Julian Treasure

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How to speak so that people want to listen.

Have you ever felt like you’re talking, but nobody is listening? Julian demonstrates the how-to’s of powerful speaking — from vocal exercises, to tips on how to speak with empathy, to a public speaking masterclass.

Conscious listening in a fast-paced world.

We are losing our listening. As a result, companies are losing billions of dollars through poor communication. Julian teaches practical ways to re-tune your ears and improve everything from your company meetings to your personal relationships.

Sound Business.

As founder of one of the world’s leading audio branding companies, Julian uses first-hand case studies to showcase the enormous potential of sound in business, and use it to increase sales, customer satisfaction, and brand recognition.

Designing with our ears.

Did you know that noise can degrade productivity by up to 66%? Julian explores the hidden “aural architecture” of offices, hospitals and schools. He reveals practical ways to achieve happiness, well-being and productivity in the built environment.

The four ways sound affects us.

Julian aims to transform your relationship with sound, by demonstrating how it affects everything from our heart-rate, to our hormones, to our behavior. He reveals how we can enhance our everyday sound to lead healthier, happier lives.

Testimonials

If you’re thinking that sound doesn’t impact the power of your communication and your outcomes in life, you’re simply not listening close enough. Julian Treasure is a pure genius. He understands what motivates and moves people, and it’s all in the power of sound.
– Mitch Joel, Author of Six Pixels of Separation & CRTL ALT Delete
Julian is on the cutting edge of changing how many perceive our world, with practical advice mixed with a fresh and innovative approach around the fields of sound and communication. I have benefitted from his advice and generosity and I would advise anyone to tune in to his world and thinking.
– Richard Francis, Founder of Senscape
Julian’s books should be bibles for anyone who works in sound communication. I’ve been doing it for 40 years, teaching it for 20, and still I learn from him every time I open a page.
– Tony Hertz, Hertz Radio & Brand Sound, Manila
Julian’s keynote at our annual Panasonic Convention, which we organise for more than 1,500 editors and dealers, was very well received by all guests who attended his presentation. For me, his presentation was not only an inspiration business-wise, but it was also a good mixture of information – conveyed in a lively way – and provided great learnings for everyday life. His subject of sound is universal and relevant for everyone, and I would recommend him as keynote speaker for other opportunities within Panasonic and externally.
– Anne Guennewig, Panasonic
Julian Treasure made a great keynote at WORKTECH15 London and was one of our highest-rated speakers with wonderful content and energy. We’d love to include him in our future programmes.
– Caroline Bell, Unwired
Julian’s session was spot on, presenting new insights into sound effects and making us aware of the importance of sound in our daily lives and as producers of content. Feedback from our delegates has been unanimously positive. His session on our web-tv is the most sought after from this year’s conference.
– Anngun Dybsland, Nordic Media Festival
Julian was the keynote speaker during our annual Client Conference. Without exception, his presentation was voted as the best of the event. Julian has a wonderful ability to communicate and connect with his audience, and his hour passed all too quickly.
– BPC Banking Technologies
On behalf of the entire agency, I want to thank you for the wonderful talk you gave us this week on the power of sound design. People around the office are still talking about how much they enjoyed your presentation.
– McKinney

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Sound Affects

How To Be Heard

Sound Business

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