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And How to Fix It
When My Leadership Training Fell Flat
I remember the first time I attended a leadership development program. I was excited—this was supposed to be the training that would help me lead better, communicate more effectively, and navigate challenging conversations with confidence.
I soaked up every moment of the workshop. I learned about DISC personality types, active listening, and the importance of clear messaging. I left feeling inspired, convinced I had all the tools I needed to lead and influence my team with ease.
Then I got back to work.
And… nothing really changed.
I struggled to apply what I had learned in real conversations. My team still resisted feedback. Difficult discussions still escalated into tension. And worst of all, I started to doubt myself.
Had I missed something? Was I just bad at communicating?
It wasn’t until years later that I finally understood what went wrong.
Traditional leadership training focuses on what to say—but not how people actually process conversations.
Here’s the truth: every time we engage in a conversation, the brain is making a split-second decision to either connect or protect. And the default? Protect mode.
This is why communication training often falls flat. If people feel uncertain, unheard, or on the defensive, they’re not actually absorbing what you’re saying.
But when you understand the science of trust and connection, everything changes.
👉 Watch the video below to learn more. 🎥
The 3 Biggest Communication Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)
If you’ve ever felt like your message wasn’t landing, chances are you’ve made one of these common mistakes:
🚫 Mistake #1: Leading with Directives Instead of Curiosity
💡 Fix It: Instead of “Here’s what you need to do,” try “What’s your perspective on this?” This shifts the brain from defense to collaboration by making the other person feel heard.
