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How to Talk to People Who Think Differently (and Have Hard Conversations) with Michael Ashford

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In a world that feels increasingly divided, how do we foster real conversations that lead to understanding instead of conflict?

Michael started a podcast in pursuit of answering that exact question, and what he found is going to shock you.

Our Guest:

Michael Ashford is a tireless optimist on a mission to help others understand what it means to communicate well. He's a speaking and leadership communications coach drawing on a decade and a half of experience leading and growing teams as well as speaking on stages large and small. Michael is a two-time TEDx speaker, the Head Speaker Coach at TEDxManitouSprings, a podcaster, an author, and a former award-winning journalist, and his work across various platforms has been featured in publications like Men's Health Magazine and Podcast Magazine.


Takeaways from this episode

  • The difference between being a peacemaker vs. a peacekeeper
  • Why curiosity is more powerful than certainty in tough conversations
  • How to recognize and manage bias (including our own)
  • The role of trust and influence in shifting perspectives
  • How the media fuels division—and what to do about it
  • Setting healthy boundaries in conversations without shutting down dialogue
  • Why persuasion isn't about forcing change, but about creating perspective shifts


Michael’s Website:

Visit MichaelAshford.com to purchase his book, find his podcast, contact him for speaker coaching, craft a TEDx-worthy talk, or have a conversation about how we can find common ground.


Contact Jamie:

Are you a high-achieving woman with ADHD looking for a coach? Event planner looking for a wildly captivating speaker? Go to OutsmartADHD.co to get in touch!

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In a world that feels increasingly divided, how do we foster real conversations that lead to understanding instead of conflict?

Michael started a podcast in pursuit of answering that exact question, and what he found is going to shock you.

Our Guest:

Michael Ashford is a tireless optimist on a mission to help others understand what it means to communicate well. He's a speaking and leadership communications coach drawing on a decade and a half of experience leading and growing teams as well as speaking on stages large and small. Michael is a two-time TEDx speaker, the Head Speaker Coach at TEDxManitouSprings, a podcaster, an author, and a former award-winning journalist, and his work across various platforms has been featured in publications like Men's Health Magazine and Podcast Magazine.


Takeaways from this episode

  • The difference between being a peacemaker vs. a peacekeeper
  • Why curiosity is more powerful than certainty in tough conversations
  • How to recognize and manage bias (including our own)
  • The role of trust and influence in shifting perspectives
  • How the media fuels division—and what to do about it
  • Setting healthy boundaries in conversations without shutting down dialogue
  • Why persuasion isn't about forcing change, but about creating perspective shifts


Michael’s Website:

Visit MichaelAshford.com to purchase his book, find his podcast, contact him for speaker coaching, craft a TEDx-worthy talk, or have a conversation about how we can find common ground.


Contact Jamie:

Are you a high-achieving woman with ADHD looking for a coach? Event planner looking for a wildly captivating speaker? Go to OutsmartADHD.co to get in touch!

  continue reading

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