Why do we make them? Why do we break them?

In this episode of Tip That Scale, Nichole Wesson digs into the strange, unspoken contract we call a promise.

From "I'll always be there for you" to "we'll revisit your salary," Nichole unpacks the personal and professional promises we hear most (and break most). She shares what separates a real promise keeper from everyone else and what happens to the ultra-important commodity of trust in the process.

Spoiler: it's not about never breaking a promise. It's about what you do when you can't keep one.

Tune in for what may have you rethinking the last promise you made and the one you're still waiting on.

When you're at a crossroads, who do you really trust for guidance? Why are they your trusted advisor?

In this episode of Tip That Scale, your host Nichole Wesson is challenging you to ask not just who knows you, but whether you truly know yourself.

Mentioned in This Episode

• ⁠Clear With Nichol⁠: Recommended for listeners seeking a faith-grounded, spiritual perspective on life and living.

Memorable Moments

• On recognizing fear-based advice
• What comes with how we present ourselves
• On knowing yourself before you ask anyone else

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Reading the room is one of the most powerful skills you can develop, and chances are, no one ever formally taught it to you.

In this episode, Nichole explores how this untaught, underused skill shapes every interaction you have, from the boardroom to a one-on-one conversation.

It is not just about public speaking. It is about tuning in to the people around you, understanding what is being said and what is not, and creating the kind of connection that builds real trust.

Whether you are a leader, an individual contributor, or simply someone who wants to show up differently in every room you walk into, this episode is for you.

Resources:

• Toastmasters International
• How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie (a classic and must read on human connection )