Don’t start that conversation without this


Hi Reader,

Let me say this directly:

Winging difficult conversations is what causes most of the damage.

Not the conversation itself—
The lack of preparation.


🚫 Why Conversations Go Wrong

Most leaders:

  • Go in without a clear structure
  • React emotionally in the moment
  • Or avoid saying what actually needs to be said

And afterward?

They think:
“I should’ve handled that better.”


🔧 There’s a Better Way

Before any important conversation, you should know:

  • What you’re actually addressing
  • What outcome you want
  • How you’re going to say it

That’s exactly what I built this for.


🧠 Introducing Michael: Your Hard Conversation Coach

This tool helps you:

  • Clarify what needs to be said
  • Structure the conversation step-by-step
  • Get suggested wording that feels natural and clear
  • Prepare for how the other person might respond

In minutes.


📊 The Difference

Without preparation:
You hesitate, soften, or overcorrect.

With a plan:
You lead with clarity and confidence.


⏳ If You’ve Been Putting One Conversation Off…

This is your moment to stop overthinking it. It's like having me in your ear, coaching you through the conversation. Using the cues and conversation tips I use in all my workshops, this tool will help you start having better conversations today.

Use Michael: Your Hard Conversation Coach


And if you want to ease into it first:

Download the Difficult Conversation Guide

You don’t need more time.
You need a plan.

Talk soon,
Sharon Justice
Founder, Leadership Coach & Strategist
Justice Leadership
sharon@justiceleadership.com

P.S. If you’ve been putting off a conversation for more than a week… it’s already costing you more than you think. Use the GPT and get it handled. 👉 Access the GPT

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