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Most professionals avoid discomfort or side-step difficult conversations.
Especially when stressed. As a result:
- Important conversations are ignored
- Performance & productivity are negatively impacted
- Different perspectives aren't considered
- Important questions aren't asked
- People don't feel seen, heard, or understood
- Change is resisted
Difficult conversations hold valuable insights that can deepen understanding, strengthen relationships, and drive business success.
Our training equips you with the skills to navigate these conversations effectively
and drive real change.
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I had a huge problem with communicating with others. Kathy and Kirsten changed my life and helped
save my marriage, friends, and career. I cannot thank them enough!
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Thank you Kathy & Kirsten for your excellent presentation at the CAPWHN Conference. You truly set the stage for us to have a successful conference. Throughout the rest of the days, I heard nurses asking, "Tell me more" and "I'm curious about that." Your presentation was just what we needed."
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I really appreciate that not only did Kirsten present the importance of curiosity but also provided practical advice and skills which can be taught to assist the audience in developing their own curiosity skills.
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We recently had Kirsten Siggins speak as a Keynote Speaker at one of our events. Her subject matter was relevant, insightful and original. Not only was she extremely well received by the audience, she was easy to work with, personable and spent extra time listening and interacting with the attendees. Her presentation and speaking style was natural, engaging and entertaining and she showed high energy and enthusiasm throughout. Kirsten is awesome and I highly recommend her.
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Did you know...
Most feel they communicate well when things are calm, but it’s often in stressful moments that your true communication skills are put to the test.
Under pressure, your words and reactions can shift in ways you might not even notice.
The reality is that stress can subtly undermine even the best communicators, leading to misunderstandings, frustration, and conflict.
While businesses and organizations rely on the effectiveness of each individual, many fail to consider how stress impacts their ability to perform.
Communicating effectively under stress is a critical skill, and we give you the tools you need to navigate these high-stakes conversations with confidence.
Using neuroscience-backed techniques and a framework grounded in emotional intelligence, we help you engage meaningfully in any conversation—by deepening inquiry, exploring diverse perspectives, and seeking true understanding.
Our difficult conversation training has transformed the lives and careers of thousands of professionals, teams, and parents.
Take the first step toward transforming how you communicate under pressure— contact us and unlock the power to connect in conversations that drive real change.