For more than 20 years, Connie Dieken dedicated herself to journalism as a television news anchor, reporter and talk show host of ‘The Morning Exchange,’ America's longest running television talk show. The winner of 6 Emmy® awards and 1 Telly® award, this excellence in journalism resulted in her induction into the Radio/Television Broadcasters Hall of Fame.

A sought-after spokesperson, Connie is the voice of talking ATM machines in the US and has ‘spoken for’ more than 50 companies, including Intel, Sealy, GE, American Greetings, Ernst and Young and Goodyear.

Connie’s ability to boldly deliver the news with a clear and compelling message caused executives to reach out for her expertise. For the last 12 years, she has been highly in-demand as an executive coach and advisor to many leaders who run the world's most recognizable brands. The author/co-author of five books, she is recognized worldwide as an authority on the skills needed to become a person of influence in all forms of leadership and communication.

Her bestselling book, Talk Less, Say More: 3 Habits to Influence Others and Make Things Happen, is a fast-paced, no-nonsense guide to teach anyone to be an influential communicator. Packed full with Connie’s knowledge, research and experience from coaching high-powered leaders, this bestseller helps you reach your A-game in interpersonal communication, giving you more power to change minds and inspire remarkable results, while talking less. The book has achieved acclaim ever since it was published: it is the #1 Audio Book on iTunes, the Top Communication Book from Axiom Business Book Awards and the Top Business Book from Small Business Trends

Connie is a weekly contributor to The Huffington Post. Her insights have also appeared in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, CNBC, The Los Angeles Times, Crain's Business, The Chicago Tribune and Women’s Day.