Dr Djahane Banoo
Transform leadership and team performance under pressure with Dr Djahane Banoo, speaker and award-winning social scientist. Djahane works with managers to help them navigate difficult conversations, develop their executive presence, and lead through coaching rather than control. A guest lecturer at ETH Zurich, Djahane has coached and trained leaders at some of the world’s most respected organisations, including Google, LEGO, Salesforce, Apple, and Warner Bros.
Zurich, Switzerland
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Drawing on neuroscience, sociology, communication theory, trauma-informed psychology, and Zen Buddhist practice, Djahane's work is both science-based and deeply experiential. Participants don’t just learn concepts; they learn to recognise their patterns in real time, regulate themselves under stress, and communicate in ways that build trust and sustainable performance.
Over two decades, Djahane has coached and trained leaders at Google, LEGO, BlackRock, Salesforce, Novartis, Apple, and Warner Bros. She earned her BA from Dartmouth College (magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa) and holds an MS and PhD in development sociology from Cornell University. She currently serves as a guest lecturer at ETH Zurich, and her research has been supported by the US and Swiss National Science Foundations, the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), and others.
Djahane specialises in helping people perform under pressure, navigate difficult conversations, and lead through coaching rather than control. Her approach moves beyond formulaic leadership advice to address what actually shapes behaviour: how we regulate ourselves under stress, how we show up in high-stakes moments, and how we build trust through the way we communicate. Participants learn to recognise their patterns in real time and develop the capacity for sustainable performance.
Audiences leave Djahane's workshops with practical tools for self-regulation, clearer insight into their relational patterns, and specific techniques for building trust and psychological safety in their teams. Her sessions are rigorous, alive, and immediately applicable to the challenges leaders face daily.
Book Dr Djahane Banoo for science-based, transformative leadership development that creates lasting change in how your people work together.
Topics, Sessions And Talks
Dr Djahane Banoo's session focuses on equipping professionals with effective techniques to manage stress in high-pressure situations, such as public speaking, tight deadlines, and unexpected criticism. Attendees will learn practical tools to maintain calmness, clarity, and confidence in moments of vulnerability. By enhancing these skills, participants will not only improve their wellbeing but also increase their effectiveness as trusted partners to leaders and teams. This workshop is perfect for those in fast-paced, high-visibility roles seeking to boost their composure and impact.
Dr Djahane Banoo shares how a poorly handled conversation can harm relationships and motivation, while a skilful one can enhance trust and accountability. The key lies not in word choice but in understanding emotional regulation and the brain's response to threats. This workshop equips attendees with a practical communication toolkit for managing feedback and difficult conversations. Participants will learn to remain calm, ensure their message is heard, and practice navigating challenging discussions effectively, fostering trust and driving action.
In her workshop, Dr Djahane Banoo addresses the productivity challenges faced by modern professionals managing long-term projects and competing priorities. She highlights that these challenges stem from psychology and stress rather than laziness. By combining practical productivity tools with self-reflection on habits and energy management, attendees will learn to differentiate between valuable work and distractions. Participants will gain insights into their optimal working styles and acquire practical tools to enhance clarity, focus, and ease in their work environments.
Dr Djahane Banoo's workshop is tailored for group and team leaders seeking innovative ways to guide their employees through ongoing change. As organisations adapt to the digital age, leadership models are shifting from top-down approaches to coaching. This style promotes a learning culture by prioritising questions over directives, fostering staff growth, and enhancing engagement. Attendees will learn coaching fundamentals, explore effective principles, and practice essential skills, ultimately boosting productivity, employee wellbeing, and retention.
Dr Djahane Banoo's workshop on executive presence delves into the interplay of confidence, authority, and gravitas. It examines how internal clarity influences external behaviours, such as voice and posture. Participants will explore the psychology and neuroscience behind this concept, learning to cultivate an authentic presence rather than merely faking confidence. Through practical exercises, attendees will gain tools to enhance their presence in meetings and presentations, making it ideal for both emerging and senior leaders seeking to increase their impact while remaining true to themselves.
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