"The one thing that we absolutely have control over is how we show up in the world."

— Sarah Mann

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In this episode, I’m joined by leadership and executive coach, Sarah Mann. Together, we explore the power of asking for what you need as a means to building stronger relationships. Plus, we explore the many ways we sabotage our relationships with our assumptions and talk about strategies for how to stop taking things so personally.

Key lessons highlighted in our conversation include:

👉 The importance of having clarity in language and expectations, stressing how assumptions often lead to misunderstandings.

👉 Insights on coaching strategies like "Q tip" (quit taking it personally) and understanding the iceberg metaphor to recognize unseen personal struggles.

👉 The significance of controlling emotional responses and taking personal responsibility, which impacts both personal and work relationships.

👉 Reframing narratives to feel more comfortable in asking for what you need at work.

👉 Different people and relationships fulfill different needs in life; recognizing this prevents isolation and fosters a well-rounded support system.

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Sarah is a seasoned business leader, and executive coach with a style described as creative, insight, and a “straight shooter.” She is sought out by high performing, driven and savvy leaders who want to increase their executive presence, better manage competing demands, and navigate organizational sprints.

Connect with Sarah:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahlmann/

Website: https://sarah-mann.com/

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Jason Lauritsen is a dynamic keynote speaker and true thought leader in the world of work and employee engagement. He is dedicated to revolutionizing the way we Lead With Relationship™. He fearlessly challenges traditional norms to reshape the employee experience by consistently placing authentic human connection at the heart of leadership. Jason is the author of two books, Unlocking High Performance and Social Gravity.

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