The Daily Hint with Jens Heitland

The Daily Hint is a short daily reflection on leadership, visibility, and how executives are understood as their responsibility and influence increase.

Hosted by Jens Heitland, CEO of Heitland Media Group and former Global Head of Innovation at IKEA Centres, each episode offers a concise observation drawn from real leadership experience inside complex organizations.

These are not tactics or growth advice.
They are quiet insights on reputation, trust, and leadership judgment, shared in under a minute.

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Jens Heitland 7/30/25 Jens Heitland 7/30/25

501 - Should My Personal Brand Be Professional or Personal?

A powerful personal brand blends the professional with the personal. This episode reveals how CEOs can strategically balance both to build trust, show authenticity, and strengthen business positioning. Listen in to refine your brand strategy.

Jens Heitland 5/26/25 Jens Heitland 5/26/25

461 - Most CEOs Leave No Trace. No Brand. No Platform. No Legacy. Fix That

Most CEOs fail to build a digital legacy. Learn why owning your personal brand platform beyond your company bio is key to long-term influence and career equity.

Jens Heitland 5/21/25 Jens Heitland 5/21/25

458 - Being Polished Doesn’t Make You Powerful. Being Real Does

Polish can make you look perfect. But authenticity makes you powerful. Learn why showing up as a real CEO builds deeper trust, stronger teams, and lasting influence.

Jens Heitland 5/6/25 Jens Heitland 5/6/25

447 - Executive presence isn’t about status. It’s about energy

Executive presence isn't about titles, it’s about energy. Learn how eye contact, intention, and authenticity create a presence people remember, trust, and respond to.

Jens Heitland 2/27/25 Jens Heitland 2/27/25

409 - The Secret to Showing Confidence is Walking Slow

Confidence isn’t just about words—it’s about presence. In this episode, discover why walking slower in public spaces signals authority and how CEOs can use body language to exude confidence in challenging situations. Learn how subtle shifts in movement can transform leadership impact.

Jens Heitland 2/18/25 Jens Heitland 2/18/25

402 - Let Customers Connect with the Human CEO, Not the Company Facade

Many CEOs champion company purpose but struggle to define their own. In this episode, discover why authentic leadership is the key to stronger connections and influence. Learn how shedding the corporate facade transforms impact and engagement.