How to Prepare for High-Stakes Conversations

Some conversations change the course of your life—and you don’t always see them coming. But when you do know in advance that a conversation could be high stakes, what do you do with that knowledge?

In this episode, Chris and Patrick introduce the CPR framework: a simple, powerful method for preparing to have high-stakes conversations with greater clarity, purpose, and respect. Whether you're navigating tough feedback, negotiating a relationship change, or facing a conflict that matters, this episode offers a roadmap for walking in ready—and walking out proud of how you showed up.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

1. Why preparation is the secret to high-quality dialogue

2. The 3-part CPR Framework:

• Context: What stance do I want to adopt for this interaction?
• Purpose: Why am I doing this?
• Results: What do I want to accomplish?

3. How just 20 minutes of prep can make the difference between a blow-up and a breakthrough Why CPR is more than a strategy—it’s a commitment to showing up effectively when it matters most.

👥 Let’s Connect

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