I’ve got a story in my head about you — can you help me figure out if it’s true? Sometimes the hardest conversations lead to the biggest breakthroughs. Hey everyone, and welcome back to the podcast! Today, we've got the amazing Ryan Leak joining us. Ryan is a highly sought-after speaker, executive coach, and author of books that offer a transformative approach to leadership. In this episode, Stephen and Ryan explores the mind blogging world of working with people who can be a bit tricky. What are the key skills we need to build strong collaborations with those who may seem complicated?

Here are some key takeaways from the episode:

Avoid, Change, Cancel, or Understand? – How should you effectively approach tensions in relationships at home or at work
First impression is not fair
The Power of an Open and Honest Conversation
The Story in Your Head: The Lies You Remember

If you're a leader and you're struggling to connect with your team, or if you're currently dealing with a draining situation, this episode is definitely worth checking out.

Check out Ryan Leak at https://www.ryanleak.com/. Connect with Ryan and follow him in IG (@ryan_leak).