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Simple, practical communication advice for your next conversation.
This newsletter is sponsored by Momentus. Hey Reader, Some people drain the life out of every conversation. They interrupt, pick apart your words, or shut down anything that doesn’t match their opinion. So how do you handle it? How do you communicate clearly—without getting defensive or backing down? In this episode of the podcast, I’m sharing 3 communication strategies I’ve used for years in courtrooms, depositions, and high-stakes negotiations. This newsletter is sponsored by Momentous. Use...
Hey Reader, Ever dread having a difficult conversation? You keep putting it off because you're not sure how to start or what to say. You want it to go smoothly, but you're nervous it'll blow up. Here's how to handle it: #1. Skip the small talk. Don't start with "How are you?" Because difficult conversations are not the time for small talk. The first thing you should say is, "Thank you for taking the time to talk to me." #2. Ask for their help. Your very next sentence is, "I need your help...
Hey Reader, You know those people who instantly light up a room? Who make you feel seen, heard, and somehow just… get it? That’s not luck or magic. It’s communication. This week on the podcast, I’m talking with my friend Vanessa Van Edwards—a human behavior expert—about how charisma actually works. Not in a fake, performative way. In a real, practical, science-backed way. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why your “hello” matters more than you think Subtle body language cues that make or break trust...