Brett Rutledge, The Business Linguist
As Australasia's leading business linguistics expert and former World Champion of Public Speaking, Brett Rutledge reveals how language shapes both thought and action in the business world.
His distinctive approach transforms complex business challenges into clear, actionable strategies. Working with organisations from innovative startups to Fortune 500 companies, Brett applies his deep understanding of linguistics to critical areas like leadership, culture, brand, organisational change, and even AI.
By identifying the hidden patterns and connections in business, Brett helps leaders achieve breakthrough clarity in both thinking and communication. His expertise reveals how subtle shifts in language can dramatically improve decision-making and drive stronger results.
Drawing on his extensive linguistics background, Brett shows organisations how to build clarity into their core operations. His insights into the relationship between language, thought, and action have helped thousands of leaders transform their businesses by getting their people to ‘start thinking language’.
Brett Rutledge was the star of the show. His delivery and timing were excellent, his jokes just right for the audience and his impersonations flawless.
Motor Traders AssociationWe have started receiving evaluations from the AMP Annual Convention and the feedback on Brett is unanimously saying: "Bring him back next year
AMP
The humour was pitched at exactly the right level, and I had tears rolling down my face from laughter. The feedback that we have received since has been nothing but positive.
NZ Pork Industry Board