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Game Changing Conversations

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by Heather Lisle

5.0(12 reviews)
64 episodes
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<p>Most leaders don’t lose clients, revenue, or top talent because of strategy.</p><p>They lose them because of <b>miscommunication, unclear expectations, and conversations that never happen...or don’t land the way they should.</b></p><p></p><p>Welcome to <i>Fix the Conversation</i>, the podcast for <b>leaders, executives, and high-performers</b> who want to communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact.</p><p></p><p>Hosted by <b>Heather Lisle</b>, communication strategist, keynote speaker, and founder of The Leadership Lab, this podcast gives you the tools to handle the conversations that directly impact your <b>team performance, client relationships, and bottom line.</b></p><p></p><p>With over two decades of experience working with professional services firms, executives, and leadership teams, Heather is known for helping leaders quickly identify communication breakdowns and fix them before it costs results.</p><p></p><p>Each episode is short, practical, and focused on real-world scenarios, including:</p><ul><li> How to handle difficult conversations at work </li><li> How to improve leadership communication and executive presence </li><li> How to communicate effectively with different communication styles </li><li> How to prevent miscommunication and misunderstandings </li><li> How to strengthen team dynamics and retain top talent </li><li> How to navigate client conversations, feedback, and conflict </li></ul><p></p><p>You’ll walk away with <b>simple frameworks, real examples, and language you can use immediately </b>so you can stop second-guessing what to say and start leading conversations that drive results.</p><p></p><p>Because when you fix the conversation, you fix the outcome.</p>

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Episode thumbnail for The First 90 Days: Where Communication Makes or Breaks a New Hire with Troy Ashby / Benchmark Search

June 8, 2026

The First 90 Days: Where Communication Makes or Breaks a New Hire with Troy Ashby / Benchmark Search

<p>Most hiring mistakes don’t happen in the interview. They happen in the first 90 days because of conversations that never happened. </p><p></p><p>In this episode, Troy Ashby / President of Benchmark Search, breaks down what actually makes a new hire stick…or quietly start checking out. We’re talking about the real stuff leaders often miss:</p><ul><li>The expectations you <i>think</i> you communicated (but didn’t).</li><li>The early warning signs of disengagement you’re overlooking.</li><li>And why unmet expectations (not bad hires) are behind most turnover.</li></ul><p></p><p>Troy shares simple, practical strategies you can use immediately to create early wins, build trust faster, and strengthen the relationship between leaders and their teams from day one.</p><p></p><p>Because here’s the truth… Retention isn’t about perks. It’s about clarity, communication, and connection.</p><p></p><p>If you’re leading a team, hiring right now, or wondering why great people don’t stay…this conversation will hit home.</p><p></p><p>You can find Troy on LinkedIn here - -&gt; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/troyashby/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/troyashby/</a> </p><p>Be sure to check out Troy's ultimate 90-day checklist too...it's a great resource. -- -&gt;<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/smart-links/AQG5GrUcJ_IsGQ/3ff85a74-b0e3-4463-823b-9dd1117e712a" target="_blank"> https://www.linkedin.com/smart-links/AQG5GrUcJ_IsGQ/3ff85a74-b0e3-4463-823b-9dd1117e712a</a></p>

Episode thumbnail for Why Good Employees Quit with Michele Haugh, Co-Founder of EarlyHR and EarlyEngage

May 31, 2026

Why Good Employees Quit with Michele Haugh, Co-Founder of EarlyHR and EarlyEngage

<p>Employee turnover is rarely about compensation; it’s about communication. In this episode, Heather and her guest, Michele Haugh Co-Founder of EarlyHR and EarlyEngage, explore why top talent leaves organizations, and how leaders unknowingly contribute to it. Learn how to improve employee engagement, retention strategies, and communication that keeps your best people.</p><p></p><p>EarlyHR &amp; EarlyEngage provides HR solutions catered to early-stage to growth-stage organizations and provides creative solutions to people-related issues that keep early-stage leaders and founders up at night through a high-touch, consultative approach. To learn more about Michele, check out her LinkedIn profile here - -&gt; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-haugh-shrm-scp/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-haugh-shrm-scp/</a> </p>

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May 18, 2026

Ep 5: How to Have a Difficult Conversation Without Making It Worse

<p>Most people either avoid hard conversations or handle them poorly. In this episode, Heather shares a practical framework for having difficult conversations at work with clarity and confidence. Learn what to say, how to say it, and how to tailor your message based on communication styles.</p>

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What is Game Changing Conversations?
<p>Most leaders don’t lose clients, revenue, or top talent because of strategy.</p><p>They lose them because of <b>miscommunication, unclear expectations, and conversations that never happen...or don’t land the way they should.</b></p><p></p><p>Welcome to <i>Fix the Conversation</i>, the podcast for <b>leaders, executives, and high-performers</b> who want to communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact.</p><p></p><p>Hosted by <b>Heather Lisle</b>, communication strategist, keynote speaker, and founder of The Leadership Lab, this podcast gives you the tools to handle the conversations that directly impact your <b>team performance, client relationships, and bottom line.</b></p><p></p><p>With over two decades of experience working with professional services firms, executives, and leadership teams, Heather is known for helping leaders quickly identify communication breakdowns and fix them before it costs results.</p><p></p><p>Each episode is short, practical, and focused on real-world scenarios, including:</p><ul><li> How to handle difficult conversations at work </li><li> How to improve leadership communication and executive presence </li><li> How to communicate effectively with different communication styles </li><li> How to prevent miscommunication and misunderstandings </li><li> How to strengthen team dynamics and retain top talent </li><li> How to navigate client conversations, feedback, and conflict </li></ul><p></p><p>You’ll walk away with <b>simple frameworks, real examples, and language you can use immediately </b>so you can stop second-guessing what to say and start leading conversations that drive results.</p><p></p><p>Because when you fix the conversation, you fix the outcome.</p>
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