Hey there, Reader, Yes, I want Coaching! When it comes to hard conversations, most people focus on what they will say. But the real secret to navigating tough discussions successfully?It’s how you make the other person feel. One ancient yet powerful principle stands out—and it’s just as relevant today as ever: The Golden Rule. "Treat others the way you want to be treated." Simple? Yes. Easy in the heat of a tough conversation? Not always. Worth mastering? Absolutely. Here’s why the Golden...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader, Yes, I want Coaching! 😬 It’s the one where emotions run high...😡 Opinions clash...😓 And you walk in confident—then walk out questioning everything. Yep. That kind. Whether you're managing a team, giving feedback to your boss, or addressing conflict with a peer—hard conversations will happen. But here’s the truth: You don’t have to fear them. You just need the tools to face them.💪 Mastering hard conversations doesn’t mean you’ll never feel nervous. It means you’re ready...
14 days ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader, Yes, I want Coaching! You know the kind of conversation I’m talking about… 😬 The one where emotions run high.😡 Where opinions clash.😓 Where you walk in confident—and walk out questioning everything. That’s a difficult conversation. And whether you're managing a team, collaborating with a colleague, or navigating feedback with your boss… we all face them. You’re not alone in this. Mastering hard conversations doesn’t mean you won’t feel nervous or emotional—it means you’re...
16 days ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader, Yes, I want Coaching! Some conversations just ignite something inside us. Fast heartbeats. Tight jaws. Racing thoughts. Here’s the truth: 🔹 Your emotions aren’t the boss of you. They’re signals—not marching orders. The secret to staying in control? ➡️ Pause. Breathe. THEN speak. I break it down in this quick 30-second video 🎥: 👉 Watch it here This simple move—pausing first—gives your emotions time to catch up to your best intentions (and saves you from saying something...
21 days ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader, Yes, I want Coaching! Some conversations just push all our buttons. You know the ones. Your heart races. Your jaw tightens. Your brain starts writing a dramatic novel about what they meant when they said that. But here's the good news: 🔹 Emotions don’t have to control you. They’re data—not directives. In challenging moments, it’s totally normal to feel frustrated, anxious, or even a little defensive. (You're human. Welcome to the club.) The key is learning how to respond...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader, Yes, I want Coaching! Ever walk away from a conversation thinking, “I didn’t mean it to come out like THAT…”? You’re not alone. The tone we use often speaks louder than the words themselves. 🎵People may forget what you said, but they’ll always remember how you made them feel. Let’s get real for a second. Everyone wants the title… but not everyone wants the weight that comes with it. Becoming a boss is easy—it’s a title.But becoming a leader? That’s a calling. Whether you’re...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader, Yes, I want Coaching! Ever walk away from a conversation thinking, “I didn’t mean it to come out like THAT…”? You’re not alone. The tone we use often speaks louder than the words themselves. 🎵People may forget what you said, but they’ll always remember how you made them feel. The right tone builds trust, inspires confidence, and transforms even the most difficult conversation into a meaningful one. Check out this quick short here. 🧠 Challenge for this week: Before your next...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader, Yes, I want Coaching! Happy Friday!Earlier this week, we talked about how feedback—when done right—is a gift. 🎁 But let’s be honest... even with the best intentions, it’s still tricky. Miss the email? No worries—here’s the short version: ✅ Clarity beats harshness✅ Direction beats criticism✅ Listening beats lecturing If that sounds like the kind of feedback you wish you could give consistently, I break it all down in this video: 🎥 Watch the Video And if you did read that...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey there, Reader, Yes, I want Coaching! Giving feedback is one of the trickiest parts of leadership. Do it well, and you inspire growth. Do it poorly, and you create resistance, tension, or confusion. So, how do you make sure your feedback is received as the gift it’s meant to be? ✅ Be clear, not harsh. Clarity helps people improve—harshness just puts them on the defensive. ✅ Offer solutions, not just criticism. Feedback without direction is just a complaint. Give people a path forward. ✅...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read