The Leverage Shift: The Hidden Moment Smart Professionals Lose Control
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The Leverage Shift: The Hidden Moment Smart Professionals Lose Control
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About this listen
Most professionals don’t lose high-stakes conversations because they lack intelligence.
They lose because they miss the moment leverage shifts.
In this episode of *Speaking With Intent*, I break down the subtle dynamics that cause smart professionals to lose position — even when they have better data, better arguments, and stronger expertise.
You’ll learn:
• What a leverage shift looks like in real time
• Why intelligence can become a liability under pressure
• The most dangerous moment in any negotiation
• How to recalibrate composure and regain control
This is not about manipulation or tactics.
It’s about awareness, stability, and authority under pressure.
If you lead, negotiate, or influence — this episode is essential.
This episode expands on the recent YouTube breakdown, “Why Smart People Lose High-Stakes Conversations.