How do you stay calm, clear, and connected when the pressure is high and emotions are running deep?

In Episode 6 of The Conscious Leader’s Edge, executive coach Vibha Sharma explores how to navigate the conversations that define your leadership — from performance reviews to boardroom conflicts. Titled “Navigating High-Stakes Conversations,” this episode shows why your presence, not just your words, determines whether these moments lead to conflict or connection.

You’ll discover:

• The real cost of avoidance — and how clarity becomes a leadership gift

• A 4-part framework to prepare for challenging conversations with confidence

• How to speak your truth with compassion, not conflict

• A client success story: shifting from fear of being ‘mean’ to becoming courageously clear

💡 Key Takeaways:

1. Avoidance creates more tension than truth ever could.

2. You can be both kind and assertive — the key is grounded presence.

3. Listening is as powerful as speaking in high-stakes moments.

4. Preparation and intention turn hard conversations into leadership breakthroughs.

🛠️ Practical Tools You’ll Learn:

• The Intention–Observation–Impact–Request model for clear dialogue

• Conversation openers that reduce defensiveness and build trust

• Coaching prompts to help you stay calm, connected, and effective during conflict

✨ “The most courageous leaders are not those who speak the most — but those who speak with the most heart.” – Vibha Sharma

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🎯 Work With Vibha:
Ready to develop courageous communication and presence as a conscious leader? Explore executive coaching at https://www.cosmicways.com

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