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About Jim Schleckser

Jim Schleckser is a highly accomplished leader, entrepreneur, and CEO coach known for empowering high-revenue entrepreneurs to scale with purpose and efficiency. As the Founder and CEO of The CEO Project, Jim leads an elite executive coaching program that blends peer group discussions with personalized, one-on-one coaching from experienced former CEOs. He is the champion of the "Lazy CEO" philosophy—teaching leaders how efficient delegation, strategic focus, and smart time management are the keys to driving business growth without burnout...

…Jim is the host of The Lazy CEO Podcast, where he shares expert insights on entrepreneurship, leadership strategies, and CEO excellence. He is the author of two impactful books: “Great CEOs Are Lazy” and “Professional Drinking: A Spirited Guide to Wine, Cocktails and Confident Business Entertaining,” offering readers practical tools for success in business and life.

With a focus on diagnosing business constraints and providing actionable strategies, Jim equips CEOs with curated advisory boards and strategic frameworks that unlock real growth. His work extends beyond the boardroom—Jim actively supports non-profit organizations like the National Association of Corporate Directors, Boy Scouts of America, and Youth With A Mission. An adventurer at heart, Jim is a certified Level 2 Sommelier, an avid soccer player, and a Mount Kilimanjaro conqueror.

Speaking Topics Include:

  • Becoming a “Lazy CEO”: The High-Leverage Roles of Leadership
  • Mastering Delegation to Maximize Impact
  • How to Positively Impact 1,000,000 Lives
  • Negotiation Secrets: The Lose-Lose Strategy
  • Strategic Mastery to Outmaneuver the Competition
  • Raising Capital with Confidence and Strategy
  • Creating Seamless Succession Planning
  • Business Etiquette: Do’s and Don’ts of Drinking in Professional Settings
  • Navigating Family Business Dynamics
  • Turning Event Opportunities into Game-Changing Moves

Jim Schleckser’s vast leadership experience, proven coaching framework, and passion for elevating others make him a sought-after expert for entrepreneurs, CEOs, and business leaders looking to drive meaningful success. Learn more at The CEO Project.

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