how to get out of unwanted conversations



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 want to avoid certain topics.

These simple techniques will help you navigate tricky conversations with ease, saving you time and patience.

I’ll show you how in this episode.

You can listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast platform.

Thank you for being here and for listening.

I’m thankful for you.

J

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Jefferson Fisher

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