Hey Reader, As we step into March, I’m making a small change to this newsletter. I’m still keeping three things — you know I’m partial to three. But here’s what you’ll see each week going forward: #1. An answer to a question from my inbox. #2. A communication tip you can try this week. #3. Something I’m currently loving. Simple. Practical. Helpful. Let's jump in. #1. How do I deal with people who repeatedly twist what I say? People who twist your words feed on extra words. So you give them...

Hey Reader, Let me ask you something: What does a bad conversation cost? I'm not talking about the financial cost. I'm talking about... The argument that ruins your weekend. The meeting where you stayed quiet and later kicked yourself. The relationship that's been strained for months because neither of you knows how to break the cycle. Bad conversations eat at your peace of mind, keep you up at night, and make you dread Monday mornings or family dinners. Now flip that: What's it worth to...

Hey Reader, You know I talk about communication all the time, but what do my wife and I actually do in our own home? In this episode, I lay it out for you—for parents or anyone responsible for kids. Our kids are ages 8 and 6, and if you have young kids, you know... it's a handful. :) So, today I'm pulling back the curtain on the 5 things we teach our kids to help them become strong communicators—starting right now, at home. Click here to listen. In this episode, you’ll learn these 5 tips: Why...