How to Handle Difficult Conversations

Jake and Damian tackle the question nobody prepares you for: how do you actually know when it's time to walk away?Whether it's a job, a career, a relationship, or a version of yourself you've been fighting to hold onto, leaving is one of the hardest decisions any of us will ever ...  Show more

Nick Fry bought an underperforming Formula 1 team for £1 and went on to win the World Championship. But before the historic 2009 fairy tale with Brawn GP, Nick and his wife had to face the ultimate risk: agreeing that if they lost everything, they would be perfectly content livin ...  Show more

Having difficult conversations is unavoidable. Somehow, there comes a time when you have to have it one way or the other. How do we approach these situations and don’t damage our relationship with the other person despite the difficulty? In today’s episode, Dr. Tarryn MacCarth ...

Have you ever avoided talking to a co-worker who is not performing up to expectations, or put off telling a client you can’t take their case just because you don’t want to have that uncomfortable conversation? How you set expectations can make difficult discussions more productiv ...  Show more

A leader, initially described to his coach as clueless, confronts a hard truth about himself. In the process, he gains a four-step tool to guide him through tough conversations. Core Concepts in this episode: To convey a tough message and maintain a positive relationship: 1. Star ...  Show more

When conversations get uncomfortable, it’s easy to check out, deflect, or shut down. In this episode, Dora reflects on learning to “stay” in safe but difficult moments and offers mindful practices—like pausing, breathing, and naming what’s true — to stay grounded and connected. L ...  Show more