Steve Schloss

Pioneer
DISC Type : IDS

Founder and Principal at ListenForward LLC

New York City Metropolitan Area, United States

Overview

Steve Schloss is an executive coach and leadership advisor with four decades of experience transforming organizations in tech, sports, media, and finance at companies like Citi, Time Warner, and the USGA. Described as insightful, strategic, and impactful, he holds an MS in Human Resources Management from The New School.

Outside of work, Steve is passionate about golf and is actively trying to improve his score. He has a keen interest in the arts, enjoying modern art, an eclectic music collection, urban architecture, and is perfecting his skills in black and white photography.

His drive to make a positive impact is inspired by his parents, who were young adult Holocaust survivors.

Personality Overview

Friendly But Fast

Dynamic But Sincere

Driven But Considerate

They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)  If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed

Topics They Care About

Executive Leadership Coaching
He founded ListenForward to coach CEOs and C-level executives on strengthening performance, navigating change, and recognizing patterns that limit their effectiveness.
Growth-Stage Companies
As an Operating Partner at Edison Partners, he specifically advises and coaches CEOs and teams at growth-stage technology and healthcare IT companies.
Organizational Culture Transformation
Praised for his ability to transform company culture, he has scaled and evolved capabilities at major global brands, including serving as Chief People Officer for the USGA.

Media Appearances

Steve has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2020
Founder and Principal at ListenForward LLC
1-2021
Operating Partner, Leadership and Team Coach at Edison Partners
10-2024
Member Board of Directors at Fingercheck
3-2024 - 8-2025
Leadership and Team Coach at DeLozier Group
Executive Mentor at Torch

Education

Malcolm Baldrige Executive Fellow from National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Executive Coaching Certification (ICF Accredited) from Zicklin School of Business

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Exp : 5 Location : New York City Metropolitan Area, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Founder and Principal at ListenForward LLC
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Insights For Selling To Steve

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but nurture the relationship too
  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established

DONT's

  • Don’t be very informal during the early interactions even if they are being so themselves
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a formal approach
  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Steve is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Steve

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Steve move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Steve take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Steve

Personality Compatibility


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