Apply a System to Start the Conversations You've Been Avoiding | Tucker Miller

In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of intentional conversations with Tucker Miller, CEO of Onward Leadership and author of The First Four Words. We explore why so many leaders avoid difficult conversations and how crafting just the first four words can unlock courage, clarity, and constructive dialogue. By breaking down practical strategies for overcoming fear, setting the right tone, and building trust, we reveal how anyone can master high-stakes conversations—both at work and at home. Join us as we uncover valuable tools to start the conversations we've been avoiding and discover how these simple techniques can lead to greater personal and professional success.Timestamps: (00:00) - Michael introduces Tucker Miller, CEO of Onward Leadership.(03:32) - Tucker explains the "first four words" concept for starting conversations.(06:17) - Discussing fear and hesitation in initiating important talks.(10:16) - Exploring common excuses leaders use to avoid tough conversations.(14:43) - Using calm and peacefulness to de-escalate high-stakes discussions.(19:30) - Tucker shares practical four-word conversation starters.(25:54) - The power of gratitude and empathy at the start of conversations.(29:16) - How to say what you mean without being mean.(49:23) - Introduction to the four key conversations every leader should master.(56:13) - Where to find Tucker’s book and connect with her online.Links and Resources:Onward Leadership | Women Leadership Development - https://www.onwardleadership.com/Tucker Miller, JD | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tuckermiller/The First Four Words: A Fresh Approach to Starting Conversations With Ease and Confidence - https://a.co/d/eqrHXMwSponsor Links:InQuasive: http://www.inquasive.com/Humintell: Body Language - Reading People - HumintellEnter Code INQUASIVE25 for 25% discount on your online training purchase.International Association of Interviewers: Home (certifiedinterviewer.com)Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

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Truly becoming a great listener and influential communicator requires people to embrace the universality of the human experience. Join Certified Forensic Interviewer Michael Reddington as he speaks with experts from across the spectrum of human communication to explore how they’ve learned to listen and influence others within the context of their lives and careers. Business leaders, investigators, military leaders, scientists, social workers, athletic coaches and beyond all join Michael to share their experiences, perspectives and ideas. Every episode provides listeners with new skills, perspectives and techniques for unlocking hidden value in all of their high impact conversations and relationships.