Route to the Top: How to Persuade at the Highest Level | Neal Katyal

Route to the Top: How to Persuade at the Highest Level | Neal Katyal

What does it take to persuade when everything is on the line?

In this episode, Neal Katyal shares lessons from arguing some of the most high-stakes cases in the world — inside the US Supreme Court.

Filmed on Aspen Mountain at over 10,000 feet, this conversation explores the human side of persuasion: why empathy, clarity and belief in your ideas matter more than rhetoric alone.

If you want to communicate with greater impact — whether in leadership, business or life — this is a masterclass worth your time.
10
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What's this episode about?

How do you make an argument that truly lands — especially when the stakes couldn’t be higher?

In this episode of Route to the Top, Neal Katyal, one of the most respected advocates in the United States, shares what he’s learned from arguing cases before the Supreme Court.

Speaking with Jez on Aspen Mountain, Neal explains why the most powerful arguments aren’t built on logic alone — but on human connection, empathy and conviction.

Drawing on his experience at the very top of the legal profession, he offers a fresh perspective on persuasion that applies far beyond the courtroom.

You’ll gain insight into:

  • How to build arguments that resonate, not just convince
  • The role of empathy in effective communication
  • Why clarity beats complexity in high-stakes situations
  • Communicating under pressure
  • Translating expertise into influence

 

This session is essential viewing for leaders, professionals and anyone looking to communicate ideas with greater clarity and impact.

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