On this episode of The LEO First Podcast, Michael Laidler sits down with Lee Wolahan, a 24-year veteran of Victoria Police and a specialist in crisis negotiation. Lee spent the last 14 years working within the Critical Incident Response Team, where he mastered the art of communication under pressure.

Today, Lee shares how the negotiation skills honed in high-stakes policing can be used to enhance team management, stakeholder engagement, and leadership effectiveness. From teaching how to move conversations from "no" to "yes," to managing performance in stressful environments, Lee’s insights are practical for anyone looking to lead and communicate better.

Through his current work training police officers, detectives, and specialist units, Lee emphasizes world-class negotiation strategies that influence behavior and create better outcomes — whether on the street or in the boardroom.

Tune in to hear how communication truly becomes the ultimate tool for leadership.

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