Say What You See helps account managers in professional service firms shift from reactive order takers to respected, authoritative client leaders.
Through sharp insights and practical tools, we teach you how to lead high-stakes conversations, retain clients, and grow your influence—without people-pleasing or playing small.
Hosted by Chris Marr, founder of The Authoritative Coach and author of Become an Authoritative Coach, this show blends clarity, warmth, and no-nonsense advice drawn from 15+ years of global coaching experience.
Why most group sessions fail in the first 5 minutes (and how to fix it)
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Do your group sessions fall flat before they’ve even begun?
If you’ve ever felt awkward, unseen, or like you're not in control during a client group session, this episode will flip that script. Whether you're leading a team workshop, a client strategy call, or an internal agency meeting — how you start determines everything.
Welcome to Say What You See — Episode 27
Hosted by Chris Marr, this podcast is for coaches, consultants, and client-facing professionals who want to lead with authority and make every meeting count.
This episode helps you solve:
That shaky start to group calls where energy is low, direction is unclear, and you’re not seen as the leader.
Why it’s worth your time:
You’ll walk away knowing exactly how to show up with confidence, take control of the session from the first minute, and create a dynamic group environment where everyone contributes — without it turning into chaos.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
How to bring “rock band” energy to your sessions (and why it matters)
The F.O.R. Framework to clearly set Focus, Outcome, and Role in the first 60 seconds
Why saying everyone’s name early changes the entire group dynamic
How to use the Connect Method to manage the room and keep the pace
Practical ways to invite meaningful contribution from every voice — even the quiet ones
The energy gap most facilitators miss — and how to fix it fast
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What’s one change you’ll make to how you start your next group session?
What question will you lead with?
How do you rate your current facilitation energy on a scale of 1–10?
Drop your takeaways, commitments, or questions in the comments — let’s learn from each other.
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Chris
8 Jul 2025
Build trust, respect, and authority before you even meet the client
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Are you losing control of client relationships before they even begin?
If you're still relying on email or voice notes to build trust before that first meeting… you're only communicating at 7% to 45% of your potential.
In this episode of Say What You See, Chris Marr breaks down how to lead your client relationships from the very first moment—even before you’ve met.
This one’s for account managers who want to communicate with confidence, lead with clarity, and take control of the client experience from day one.
What this episode helps you solve:
You know that awkward gap between a signed deal and the first meeting? That’s often where momentum, clarity, and trust fall apart. Chris shows you how to get ahead of that, build immediate authority, and remove client resistance—before the first call even starts.
Why it’s worth your time:
When you implement this one simple practice, you’ll walk into your first meeting with the upper hand: trust already built, expectations already set, and your leadership already established.
Here’s what you’ll take away:
How to use the 7-38-55 Rule to communicate at 100% of your potential
Why sending a simple Vanguard Video before the first session builds trust fast
The F.O.R. Framework to quickly structure any client-facing meeting
How to set expectations and disarm resistance before it shows up
The No Stop Rule that saves time, boosts authenticity, and ensures you actually send the video
How to lead with clarity and gain permission to facilitate from the first touchpoint
Already watched? I’d love to hear from you:
Have you tried sending a Vanguard Video to your clients yet?
What’s one way you’re going to communicate at your highest potential this week?
Or—if you’ve done this before—what difference did it make to your first client meeting?
Let’s get practical.
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Chris
1 Jul 2025
8 Calendar habits of high-performing account managers
Chris Marr shares eight calendar habits that empower account managers to reclaim their time, prioritize strategic work, and consistently perform at their best in this solo episode.
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