Same tips. Same me. Just adding something new :) If my School of Communication isn’t for you, no worries. My weekly tips aren’t going anywhere. Click here if you’d prefer not to get these updates about the School of Communication. Hey Reader, Every conversation is a choice. The choice to connect or pull away. To speak up or stay silent. To set a boundary or let one slip. And those choices? They shape everything. Your relationships, your career, and your confidence. But here’s the thing: No...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, Ever had someone say something out of line and then brush it off with, “I was just joking”? It’s an easy way to dodge accountability. But you don’t have to let it slide. Here’s 3 ways to respond: #1: My personal favorite: “Then be funnier.” If they claim it was a joke, tell them, “Then be funnier.” You’re making it clear that what they said wasn’t funny. And if they’re aiming for humor, they missed the mark. #2: “I’m surprised by that.” This is a complete power move. When you say,...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Quick heads-up: My weekly tips are still coming your way :) If you’d rather not hear about my School of Communication, you can opt out here. Hey Reader, You want to know what to say in your hardest conversations. But sometimes, the words just don’t come. When the stakes are high, your mind goes blank. You wish that my advice would pop up right when you need it. That’s exactly why I created The Jefferson Fisher School of Communication. In my app-based membership, you’ll: Get my advice anytime,...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Have you ever thought, I wish I had Jefferson in my pocket to tell me exactly what to say? Or maybe you’ve wanted private coaching from me… Or an easy way to find the tip or video you need, right when you need it? That’s why I created the Jefferson Fisher School of Communication. I’ve spent the past two years building this for you, and I’m so excited to finally share it. Better communication changes everything. It helps you show up stronger at work.Set boundaries at home.And...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Ever find yourself saying something that feels a little…unsure? Like you're tiptoeing around your words? I get it. But the way you phrase things can either build your confidence—or chip away at it. Here are 3 common phrases that might be holding you back (and what to say instead): #1: “I hate to bother you, but—” You’ve just labeled yourself a bother. Now, before even saying a word the other person is thinking, This is going to bother me. Instead, try: “When you get a moment, I’d...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, You’re stuck in a conversation you wish you could escape. Maybe it’s office gossip, someone oversharing, or a topic that doesn’t interest you. But you’re not sure how to get out without seeming rude. In this episode, I’m sharing my top 3 strategies to exit unwanted conversations—without being rude. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast platform. You'll learn how to calmly disengage, acknowledge without agreeing, and even directly express that you...
6 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Someone just asked you an inappropriate question. You feel uncomfortable and aren’t sure how to respond. What do you say? 1: Say nothing and ignore it. If you get an unwanted email, put it in the junk folder. If you get an unwanted call, you don’t answer it. In the same way, you don’t answer inappropriate questions. You give it five or ten seconds of silence and then look at them as if, “Is that really what you’re going to ask me?” Trust me. The silence is going to say more than...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, You want to advocate for yourself more. But you’re not sure how to do that. You know you deserve to be heard, but finding the right words—and the confidence to say them—can be tough. In this week’s podcast episode, I’ll show you 3 simple strategies to stand up for yourself. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast platform. Plus, I’ll reveal how to choose your battles wisely, the power of dropping disclaimers, and how to say “no” without feeling the...
7 months ago • 1 min read
My newest podcast episode called “How to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence” is out! Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. Hey Reader, Arguing with a gaslighter is like playing a game where the rules constantly change. Their tactics are designed to make you doubt your own memories and emotions. So, here’s how to stay in control when arguing with a gaslighter: 1: Trust your gut. Don’t waste your energy trying to prove your version of events because...
7 months ago • 1 min read