Communication That Builds Trust: Coaching, Conflict & Conversations Every Leader Must Master (Day 8 - The 12 Days of Leadership)

Day 8 of The 12 Days of Leadership

Communication That Builds Trust: Coaching, Conflict & Conversations Every Leader Must Master

If you’ve ever walked into a meeting thinking, “I hope this doesn’t turn into a conflict”… or avoided giving feedback because it felt uncomfortable… this episode is your guide to becoming a calm, confident communicator.

Welcome to Day 8 of the 12 Days of Leadership Series, where we’re diving into one of the most requested topics from our community: 👉 Leadership communication that builds trust — not tension.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why communication is at the center of effective leadership

• How to navigate difficult conversations at work without fear

• The difference between coaching and micromanaging (and how to stay out of the weeds)

• A simple framework for giving feedback that is clear, kind, and productive

• The one skill that instantly improves trust (especially for new managers!)

• Why listening is your most underrated leadership superpower

• How to communicate in a way that supports culture change and team confidence

Whether you’re a new manager, a seasoned leader, or someone stepping into higher-level strategic communication for the first time, this episode will help you strengthen your leadership voice, your relationships, and your ability to create a supportive, aligned team culture.

You’ll walk away with practical communication tools you can use today — in your next meeting, your next feedback session, or your next 1:1 coaching moment.

Keywords

leadership communication skills • conflict management • coaching conversations • trust-building leadership • how to avoid micromanagement • communication for new leaders • manager communication training • leadership development podcast

 

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