Andy Nisevic
Andy Nisevic – Leadership Under Pressure Expert
Do you want a senior management team that can withstand pressure like Titanium?
Andy Nisevic is a powerhouse in the world of leadership development, specializing in helping senior managers in engineering and manufacturing industries handle pressure effectively—without losing their cool or their team’s loyalty.
With over 23 years of leadership experience in the Royal Air Force, Andy has faced high-pressure situations most of us can barely imagine. From leading teams in military operations in the Middle East, to handling critical staff welfare issues, including everything from teenage pregnancies to suicide prevention and aftermath.
Since leaving the military, Andy has dedicated his career to transforming leadership in the workplace. He’s now a Leadership Development & Workplace Performance Specialist, #1 bestselling author of Leadership 101: Don’t Be a Dick, and an international keynote speaker, master trainer, and mentor.
His mission? To help managers get the best out of their teams while maintaining harmony, building resilience, and achieving exceptional results - without resorting to micromanagement or harsh discipline.
Andy has partnered with global organizations, such as Megger, to inspire and equip leaders with the practical tools they need to excel. He’s also captivated audiences at entrepreneurial conferences like Shake It Up and delivered game-changing insights at industry trade shows and expos. Andy has helped his clients achieve results such as 34% growth in just 12 months in an industry that typically grows by 4%, and he’s supported businesses in reducing their churn rates from 39% to 12%, fostering loyalty and development within their teams.
Known for his direct, no-fluff approach, Andy delivers talks that are practical, relatable, and full of hard-won wisdom from the trenches of leadership. His ability to combine humor, actionable insights, and powerful stories leaves audiences inspired, enlightened, and equipped to tackle the challenges of senior management with confidence.
Keynote: "Leading Under Pressure: How to Build Resilient, High-Performing Teams Without Losing Your Cool"
The engineering and manufacturing industries are no strangers to pressure. Yet for many senior managers, handling that pressure effectively - while motivating their teams, hitting KPIs, and maintaining harmony - can feel impossible. The result? Fearful delegation, low morale, a lack of resilience, high staff churn, and disciplinary issues that escalate far too late.
In this engaging, practical, and highly relatable keynote, Andy Nisevic tackles the hard truths of leadership head-on, showing senior managers how to:
- Build teams that thrive under pressure without burning out.
- Delegate with confidence, even when it feels uncomfortable.
- Create a culture of accountability, resilience, and loyalty.
- Deliver tough messages with clarity, compassion, and authority.
- Prevent common leadership pitfalls like micromanagement, low morale, and high churn rates.
Drawing on over 20 years of military leadership, Andy provides senior managers with a no-nonsense, step-by-step guide to creating fully functional, high-performing teams that meet objectives without the constant battle of staff-related issues.
Why Book Andy?
Andy Nisevic is not just another speaker; he’s someone who’s been in the trenches, both figuratively and literally. His deep understanding of leadership under pressure, combined with his humorous and straight-talking style, resonates powerfully with senior managers looking for practical solutions to real-world challenges.
For HR managers, L&D professionals, and event hosts, Andy delivers what your audiences need most:
- Tangible ROI: His strategies have driven measurable business success, including dramatic reductions in staff churn and significant growth in tough industries.
- Empowered Leadership: Managers walk away equipped with tools to inspire their teams, delegate effectively, and maintain focus under pressure.
- Improved Team Dynamics: Andy helps managers foster loyalty, harmony, and open communication while addressing challenges head-on.
- A Breath of Fresh Air: His talks are lively, relatable, and packed with real-life stories and lessons learned from his time in the RAF and beyond.
What’s in it for the Audience?
For senior managers attending Andy’s sessions, the benefits are clear:
- Confidence: Gain the skills and mindset needed to handle the “tough side” of leadership.
- Stress Reduction: Learn how to delegate, communicate, and lead without constant overwhelm.
- Harmony: Build teams that function seamlessly, communicate openly, and thrive under pressure.
- Retention & Loyalty: Reduce churn and foster a culture of development, accountability, and engagement.
- Practical Tools: Walk away with actionable strategies you can implement immediately to make leadership less stressful and more effective.
Andy Nisevic’s talks are ideal for:
- Managers and senior managers just one step below the C-suite, looking to elevate their leadership game.
- HR managers and directors who want to invest in leadership development that creates measurable results.
- L&D professionals searching for a speaker who will inspire AND deliver practical tools.
If you want a speaker who can transform theory into practice and leave your audience ready to tackle their leadership challenges with confidence and resilience, Andy Nisevic is the one to call.
Book Andy today to inspire your team and transform your workplace into a thriving, resilient powerhouse!
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