Conversations That Matter: The Hidden Productivity Killer You're Ignoring - With Jess Pettitt

In this lively episode, Brian Nelson-Palmer sits down with Jess Pettitt—speaker, author, and founder of Good Enough Now—to uncover the hidden productivity killer most teams overlook: the conversations they’re avoiding.

Drawing on years of experience with organizations nationwide, Jess explains how curiosity, vulnerability, and a willingness to get uncomfortable can unlock real productivity and stronger teams.

Listeners will walk away with practical tools—like Jess’s three-part conversation framework—and fresh perspective on handling feedback, workplace disagreements, and team communication.

Want to go deeper? Check out the show notes and resources linked in the episode!

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Links & References In This Episode

Good Enough Now – goodenoughnow.com (Jess’s main website and resource hub)

JessPettitt.com (Personal/professional speaking and author site)

Jess Pettitt’s LinkedIn Profile – LinkedIn Profile

Jess’s Social Media

Twitter/X: @JessPettitt

Instagram: @goodenoughnow

Facebook: Good Enough Now

Books and Concepts Referenced:

Almost Doing Good by Jess Pettitt (on how organizations can prepare for disruption and uncertainty)

Good Enough Now by Jess Pettitt (practical guide to authenticity and real conversations)

Jess’s Three-Part Framework (Prepare, Recognize, Respond) – overview and speaking resources

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Conversations That Matter

02:08 The Importance of Humor in Difficult Conversations

04:42 Perfectionism and Productivity