250. How To Prepare for a hard conversation w James Silvas

250. How To Prepare for a hard conversation w James Silvas

Author: James Silvas, Performance Coach, Speaker, and Lifestyle Entrepreneur March 15, 2023 Duration: 39:01

“Your level of success is highly correlated to the number of uncomfortable conversations you are willing to have” This quote couldn't be more true.
Baked into the human experience are tensions, stress, and pain, all of which can surface in a hard conversation.

For the past 9 years, James has encountered countless conversations where his communication skill was put to the test. Some of the conversations were planned, but most were unexpected. Through his experience, he has crafted a series of questions to help prime your mind and heart for the uncertainty that can await in any hard conversation you face.

Use this framework and series of questions to increase your awareness, sharpen your intuition and increase the capacity for you to hold all that can happen within a hard conversation.

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Each week, James Silvas brings the same energy he uses as a performance coach and lifestyle entrepreneur directly into your headphones. BE THAT 1% Podcast isn't about vague inspiration; it's a practical dialogue focused on the tangible shifts in mindset and daily action that separate common outcomes from exceptional ones. James explores the intersection of disciplined business strategy, intentional personal development, and authentic culture, drawing from his own experiences and conversations with those who operate at a high level. You'll hear candid discussions on rebuilding your habits, navigating career pivots, and cultivating resilience, all aimed at moving beyond average. This podcast serves as a weekly checkpoint for anyone tired of the 99% approach and ready to commit to a more demanding, more rewarding path. Tune in for honest reflections and actionable ideas that challenge you to redefine your limits and consistently show up as your most capable self.
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