Let’s be honest—most workshops leave you with a notebook full of tips and no real plan for change. Ours are built different.

At Art of Coaching, you won’t just sit and take notes. You’ll engage in real scenarios—role-plays, peer feedback, video breakdowns, and live evaluations—designed to help you sharpen your communication, think on your feet, and handle tough conversations with more clarity and control.

Whether you’re dealing with a passive-aggressive coworker, trying to be more assertive without burning bridges, stuck in tension at home, or just tired of second-guessing yourself socially or professionally—we can help.

This is potent personal and professional development that actually sticks. No fluff. No filler.

We offer multiple pricing tiers and discounts—reach out at info@artofcoaching.com and we’ll help make it work for you.

Upcoming Workshops: 📍 Phoenix, AZ – Oct 11‑12 (Speaker School™) 📍 Murfreesboro, TN – Oct 25‑26 (The Apprenticeship™) 📍 Charlestown, MA – Nov 15‑16 (The Apprenticeship™)

🔗 artofcoaching.com/events

Real Coaching for Real Life

Let’s be honest—everyone says they want growth, but putting in the work? That’s where most people just stick to what’s comfortable..

That’s why we created a mentoring service built for the real world. Whether you’re stuck on a professional decision, starting a business, writing a book, dealing with pressure at home, or just trying to get out of your own way—we can help.

This isn’t therapy. And it’s not a rah-rah, feel-good session either. It’s direct, tailored coaching from people who’ve been in the trenches—leaders, operators, educators, business owners. Our team of 15 comes from a wide range of backgrounds, so you’re matched with someone who understands your world and knows how to push you forward.

Everyone needs a coach. We’re here when you’re ready.

🔗 artofcoaching.com/mentoring

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Let’s be honest—most workshops leave you with a notebook full of tips and no real plan for change. Ours are built different.

At Art of Coaching, you won’t just sit and take notes. You’ll engage in real scenarios—role-plays, peer feedback, video breakdowns, and live evaluations—designed to help you sharpen your communication, think on your feet, and handle tough conversations with more clarity and control.

Whether you’re dealing with a passive-aggressive coworker, trying to be more assertive without burning bridges, stuck in tension at home, or just tired of second-guessing yourself socially or professionally—we can help.

This is potent personal and professional development that actually sticks. No fluff. No filler.

We offer multiple pricing tiers and discounts—reach out at info@artofcoaching.com and we’ll help make it work for you.

Upcoming Workshops: 📍 Phoenix, AZ – Oct 11‑12 (Speaker School™) 📍 Murfreesboro, TN – Oct 25‑26 (The Apprenticeship™) 📍 Charlestown, MA – Nov 15‑16 (The Apprenticeship™)

🔗 artofcoaching.com/events

Real Coaching for Real Life

Let’s be honest—everyone says they want growth, but putting in the work? That’s where most people just stick to what’s comfortable..

That’s why we created a mentoring service built for the real world. Whether you’re stuck on a professional decision, starting a business, writing a book, dealing with pressure at home, or just trying to get out of your own way—we can help.

This isn’t therapy. And it’s not a rah-rah, feel-good session either. It’s direct, tailored coaching from people who’ve been in the trenches—leaders, operators, educators, business owners. Our team of 15 comes from a wide range of backgrounds, so you’re matched with someone who understands your world and knows how to push you forward.

Everyone needs a coach. We’re here when you’re ready.

🔗 artofcoaching.com/mentoring

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We’ve all been stuck in conversations that feel like hostage situations. This isn’t about passionate people with good stories — it’s about the chronic monologuers, the one-uppers, and the human foghorns who think “conversation” means “your turn to listen to me, and now your soul is mine.”

In this episode, you’ll get five tactical ways to keep your sanity, stay engaged enough to be polite, and maybe even turn things around. Whether you’re dealing with a talker at work, a relative who never comes up for air, or a stranger who traps you at a party, these strategies will help you handle it without burning bridges — or your patience.

Let’s be honest—most workshops leave you with a notebook full of tips and no real plan for change. Ours are built different.

At Art of Coaching, you won’t just sit and take notes. You’ll engage in real scenarios—role-plays, peer feedback, video breakdowns, and live evaluations—designed to help you sharpen your communication, think on your feet, and handle tough conversations with more clarity and control.

Whether you’re dealing with a passive-aggressive coworker, trying to be more assertive without burning bridges, stuck in tension at home, or just tired of second-guessing yourself socially or professionally—we can help.

This is potent personal and professional development that actually sticks. No fluff. No filler.

We offer multiple pricing tiers and discounts—reach out at info@artofcoaching.com and we’ll help make it work for you.

Upcoming Workshops: 📍 Phoenix, AZ – Oct 11‑12 (Speaker School™) 📍 Murfreesboro, TN – Oct 25‑26 (The Apprenticeship™) 📍 Charlestown, MA – Nov 15‑16 (The Apprenticeship™)

🔗 artofcoaching.com/events

Real Coaching for Real Life

Let’s be honest—everyone says they want growth, but putting in the work? That’s where most people just stick to what’s comfortable..

That’s why we created a mentoring service built for the real world. Whether you’re stuck on a professional decision, starting a business, writing a book, dealing with pressure at home, or just trying to get out of your own way—we can help.

This isn’t therapy. And it’s not a rah-rah, feel-good session either. It’s direct, tailored coaching from people who’ve been in the trenches—leaders, operators, educators, business owners. Our team of 15 comes from a wide range of backgrounds, so you’re matched with someone who understands your world and knows how to push you forward.

Everyone needs a coach. We’re here when you’re ready.

🔗 artofcoaching.com/mentoring

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There’s a lot of noise out there telling you that if you’re not jumping out of bed every morning with boundless energy, something’s wrong with you.

That’s false. Low-energy days aren’t proof you’re broken — they’re part of being human.

In this episode, we’ll talk about why those days happen, how to stop shaming yourself for them, and simple, low-effort ways to make the day suck less without pretending everything’s perfect.

You’ll learn how to give yourself grace without slipping into complacency, and how to keep moving forward even when you don’t have your best stuff.

Let’s be honest—most workshops leave you with a notebook full of tips and no real plan for change. Ours are built different.

At Art of Coaching, you won’t just sit and take notes. You’ll engage in real scenarios—role-plays, peer feedback, video breakdowns, and live evaluations—designed to help you sharpen your communication, think on your feet, and handle tough conversations with more clarity and control.

Whether you’re dealing with a passive-aggressive coworker, trying to be more assertive without burning bridges, stuck in tension at home, or just tired of second-guessing yourself socially or professionally—we can help.

This is potent personal and professional development that actually sticks. No fluff. No filler.

We offer multiple pricing tiers and discounts—reach out at info@artofcoaching.com and we’ll help make it work for you.

Upcoming Workshops: 📍 Phoenix, AZ – Oct 11‑12 (Speaker School™) 📍 Murfreesboro, TN – Oct 25‑26 (The Apprenticeship™) 📍 Charlestown, MA – Nov 15‑16 (The Apprenticeship™)

🔗 artofcoaching.com/events

Real Coaching for Real Life

Let’s be honest—everyone says they want growth, but putting in the work? That’s where most people just stick to what’s comfortable..

That’s why we created a mentoring service built for the real world. Whether you’re stuck on a professional decision, starting a business, writing a book, dealing with pressure at home, or just trying to get out of your own way—we can help.

This isn’t therapy. And it’s not a rah-rah, feel-good session either. It’s direct, tailored coaching from people who’ve been in the trenches—leaders, operators, educators, business owners. Our team of 15 comes from a wide range of backgrounds, so you’re matched with someone who understands your world and knows how to push you forward.

Everyone needs a coach. We’re here when you’re ready.

🔗 artofcoaching.com/mentoring

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When most people think about persuasion, they go straight to education (“if they just understood, they’d agree”), inspiration (“let me tell you an inspiring story”), or force (“do this now”).

But there’s a big difference between persuasion, influence, power, and warmth — and understanding that difference can change how you get things done.

This episode, inspired by a fable I read to my son, breaks down why subtlety often beats force, how warmth can shift behavior faster than pressure, and what that means in real-world situations.

Whether you’re a manager trying to get buy-in, a coach pushing for compliance, or anyone who needs to move people from point A to point B, you’ll get practical takeaways you can use immediately.

Don’t forget:

You’re never going to get better at dealing with challenging personalities—or improving your own communication—unless you actually come practice it in a hands-on setting.

Check out one of our live, immersive workshops at:

www.artofcoaching.com/events

Upcoming Workshops: 📍 Phoenix, AZ – Oct 11‑12 (Speaker School™) 📍 Murfreesboro, TN – Oct 25‑26 (The Apprenticeship™) 📍 Charlestown, MA – Nov 15‑16 (The Apprenticeship™)

And to stay sharp, subscribe to our newsletter at:

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These days, it feels like everyone is calling someone a narcissist.

Ex-partner? Narcissist. Difficult boss? Narcissist. Confident stranger on Instagram? Must be a narcissist.

The term has been thrown around so loosely that it’s lost its meaning—and worse, it’s become a lazy way to avoid reflection or real understanding.

In this episode, we cut through the noise and get to the core of what narcissism really is—and what it isn’t.

You’ll learn:

• Why narcissism exists on a spectrum—and why we all have narcissistic traits
• The difference between clinical, subclinical, and just human behavior
• The 4 distinct types of narcissism you’ll likely encounter in life or work
• How narcissistic traits show up in covert, communal, and even “insecure” ways
• Tactical ways to respond to each type—without losing your mind
• Why spotting narcissism in yourself isn’t something to fear—but something to work with

If you’ve ever struggled to deal with someone manipulative, overly self-focused, or exhausting to be around…

Or if you’ve ever wondered “wait… am I the problem?”—this one’s for you.

Don’t forget:

You’re never going to get better at dealing with challenging personalities—or improving your own communication—unless you actually come practice it in a hands-on setting.

Check out one of our live, immersive workshops at:

www.artofcoaching.com/events

And to stay sharp, subscribe to our newsletter at:

www.artofcoaching.com/begin

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Wait... when did this become my fault?

Why do I feel like I’m being indicted?

That’s not at all what I meant when I said that.

I have no idea how we got to the point where I’m the one feeling guilty.

We’ve all been in this situation before. You thought you were having an honest conversation—but somehow, things flipped. Now it’s uncomfortable.

You must have said something that offended them… right?

But did you?

How did what you said get twisted into that? And now, out of nowhere, you’re the bad guy.

People can be simple, complex, complicated, and convoluted—all at the same time. Sometimes we send a clear input through someone, and because of ego, insecurity, or other unresolved stuff, it comes out the other side as something completely different, leaving them defensive. Now they’re projecting. And now you’re stuck dealing with the fallout.

It’s more common than ever in the world we live in today—so let’s break it down. What kinds of tactics can we use to lower the temperature and get back on solid ground? How can we preemptively shield ourselves and make sure the signal doesn’t get lost in the noise?

In this episode Brett covers:

• What projection is and why people resort to it
• How to frame your words for someone who internalizes everything
• Go-to scripts and phrases to use when things start heating up
• Strategically call out dramatic behavior and get to the root of the pattern
• Setting realistic expectations when someone isn’t ready to face themselves—and you have to choose between being right or being happy

Let’s be honest—most workshops leave you with a notebook full of tips and no real plan for change. Ours are built different.

At Art of Coaching, you won’t just sit and take notes. You’ll engage in real scenarios—role-plays, peer feedback, video breakdowns, and live evaluations—designed to help you sharpen your communication, think on your feet, and handle tough conversations with more clarity and control.

Whether you’re dealing with a passive-aggressive coworker, trying to be more assertive without burning bridges, stuck in tension at home, or just tired of second-guessing yourself socially or professionally—we can help.

This is potent personal and professional development that actually sticks. No fluff. No filler.

We offer multiple pricing tiers and discounts—reach out at info@artofcoaching.com and we’ll help make it work for you.

Upcoming Workshops: 📍 Melbourne, AU – Aug 23‑24 (The Apprenticeship™) 📍 Phoenix, AZ – Oct 11‑12 (Speaker School™) 📍 Murfreesboro, TN – Oct 25‑26 (The Apprenticeship™) 📍 Charlestown, MA – Nov 15‑16 (The Apprenticeship™)

🔗 artofcoaching.com/events

Real Coaching for Real Life

Let’s be honest—everyone says they want growth, but putting in the work? That’s where most people just stick to what’s comfortable..

That’s why we created a mentoring service built for the real world. Whether you’re stuck on a professional decision, starting a business, writing a book, dealing with pressure at home, or just trying to get out of your own way—we can help.

This isn’t therapy. And it’s not a rah-rah, feel-good session either. It’s direct, tailored coaching from people who’ve been in the trenches—leaders, operators, educators, business owners. Our team of 15 comes from a wide range of backgrounds, so you’re matched with someone who understands your world and knows how to push you forward.

Everyone needs a coach. We’re here when you’re ready.

🔗 artofcoaching.com/mentoring

Related Episodes:

E313 | How To Communicate With Someone Who Shuts Down or Stonewalls

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