Events & Media Appearances

Articles, interviews, and more media appearances featuring Klaus Kleinfield and his book, Leading to Thrive.

Klaus Kleinfeld being interviewed on CNBC about his book "Leading To Thrive"

Interview on CNBC’s Closing Bell Overtime

Klaus Kleinfeld, former Alcoa CEO and former Siemens CEO, joins CNBC’s Closing Bell Overtime to talk the impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs, his new book, and more.


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Time Magazine Article

“I recently met with a very successful CEO and asked how happy he was on a scale from 0 to 10. He began answering, ‘In business, I’m…’ I interrupted him. ‘No, not business—how happy are you?’ After a pause, he realized he hadn’t considered the question. Isn’t it crazy how well the Industrial Age trained us to separate business from life? We are one person, living one life. At some point, it starts, and at some point, it ends.”

Read the article here.


Eric Jorgenson's Smart Friends

Eric Jorgenson’s Smart Friends

Eric Jorgenson is the CEO of Scribe Media and hosts the podcast Eric Jorgenson’s Smart Friends. Jorgenson interviewed Klaus Kleinfeld to talk about his new book, Leading to Thrive.

Listen/watch here.


Conversations That Matter with Klaus Kleinfeld

Conversations That Matter

Klaus Kleinfeld joined the Conversations That Matter podcast and discussed his new book, Leading to Thrive, with host Stuart McNish.

Listen/watch here.


Klaus Kleinfeld and Stuart McNish, Careers that Matter

Careers That Matter

Klaus Kleinfeld joined the Careers That Matter podcast and discussed his new book, Leading to Thrive, with host Stuart McNish.

Watch here.


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Vancouver Sun

Klaus Kleinfeld sat down with Stu McNish at the Vancouver Sun to discuss his new book Leading to Thrive.

Read here.


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The Literary Titan

Book review from The Literary Titan:

Leading to Thrive is a must-read for leaders and aspiring leaders seeking a balanced, holistic pathway to success. It serves as both an inspirational guide and a practical roadmap, equipping readers with tools to thrive in an ever-evolving business landscape. Klaus Kleinfeld’s work is a powerful reminder that true leadership begins within and radiates outward, making this book an invaluable addition to any leader’s library.”


Read more here.


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Fortune Magazine


For CEOs: burnout, exodus and breath control.
Note: This content is behind a paywall.


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Success Story Podcast


Watch Klaus Kleinfeld guest on the Success Story podcast with host Scott Clary.

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