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...

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...

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...