People describe Jonathan as global, dynamic, inspiring and deep.

Having spoken in 20 countries and worked with more than 30 different nationalities, he understands people and brings a unique insight to audiences.

Your Next Keynote

If you want a thinker as your next keynote who wants to engage in the tough realities of living and working in today's world, and who will bring an energetic, engaging and polished style with an international perspective, call Jonathan's office today.

As a former talk show host he delivers meaningful content with style and polish. He engages audiences with interactivity when appropriate and uses multimedia for lasting impact.

As a former media executive (at the BBC) Jonathan understands the pressures of leading fast changing organizations in today’s complex world.

His expertise in leadership and media, leads him to believe passionately that tomorrow’s success depends on transforming our mindsets to meet the challenges of the future.

Tomorrow’s Mindset

Leadership, communication and innovation have changed. They are different to what they were 15 years ago. But many organizations are operating in yesterday’s mindset which limits their opportunities to compete.

Leadership today

Leadership is not about authority anymore but responsibility. It’s not about telling, it’s about listening. It’s not about controlling, it’s about enabling. The good bosses get it.

But many organizations are failing as managers and leaders, stuck in the old mindset, struggle to keep their head above the torrent of change in culture, generational workforces, technology and attitudes.

True leadership is made effective by how staff are enabled to achieve potential. In fact he acknowledges his own personal successes were down to great staff and colleagues.

Communication today

Communication is no longer simply about packaging a message.

It’s now about relationship. It’s no longer a monologue but a dialogue. No longer a broadcast, it’s a conversation. It’s no longer about rules, it’s a process of creating understanding. It’s no longer paper and ink. It’s online as text, video and audio.

PR, internal communications, learning and leadership are all affected by changes in communication.

Innovation and Creativity Today

The need for innovation has become critical today and Halls sees himself on a mission to free people up so they can truly create their future and lead organizations that foster real innovation.

In the old days, companies were built around leaders who were innovators. In today’s world, leaders unleash the power of their staff so everyone is an innovator.
Global

Walking the Talk

Jonathan’s leadership and media experience spans the globe. He used to run Europe’s most prestigious media training operation when he was in charge of Production Training at the BBC in London.

Production Training was a multi-million pound operation with 40 staff and 200 contractors who equipped to the corporation with skills to make phenomenal television, radio and online content. During his time, his teams successfully tackled some of the biggest changes in broadcasting.

Australia, Britain and the US

Born in rural Australia, Jonathan started out in radio in management and on air roles. He possesses the fresh perspective and optimistic spirit of the average Aussie.
He then moved to London for a decade where he was hired by the world’s most respected broadcaster to lead its new media training team.

At the BBC he had a ring-side seat to see first-hand some of the most massive changes in media in generations from the dot com boom to bust.

Experience and Credibility

Jonathan has worked as a journalist, talk show host, media executive and communications manager. He has run his own successful training company in London. He has a masters and bachelors in adult education and is active within the American Society for Training & Development.

His company has delivered training to people from some of the world’s leading media brands including Financial Times, Reuters, BBC, Telegraph, Channel Four and more.

As a speaker, he draws on the polish of an on-air personality when he’s on stage. He digs deep into his convictions honed by global experience in a changing world to deliver dynamic and energetic presentations that challenge and inspire. And he works to engage audiences so they truly feel inspired to change.