EP. 1737

02/24/25

Jefferson Fisher

“When you claim it, you control it. When I say I’m getting defensive, I automatically become almost less defensive.”

The #1 Method To Defuse Any Argument & Have Hard Conversations That Will Change Your Life

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In a world where heated arguments and misunderstandings ruin our relationships, trial lawyer and communication expert Jefferson Fisher returns to the School of Greatness to reveal the art of meaningful conversation. Sharing insights from his new book “The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More,” Fisher unpacks his powerful three-part framework for transformative communication: control, confidence, and connection. Through vulnerable personal examples, including his own struggles with defensive reactions, he illustrates how mastering these elements can heal relationships and prevent unnecessary conflicts. This episode offers game-changing strategies for anyone looking to enhance their personal and professional relationships, particularly those who find themselves caught in recurring arguments or struggling to have difficult conversations.

 

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And now let’s jump into episode 1737 of The School of Greatness! 

Some Questions I Ask:

  • “How can we start to navigate with intimate relationships, loved ones, friends, family, our partner, when we have different beliefs without rocking the boat?”
  • “Where have you fallen short in the last couple of years with not using your own advice and having control, confidence, or the ability to connect with someone?”
  • “What’s the best way to apologize to someone after you said something that you really didn’t mean in the heat of the moment?”
  • “What do you think is the biggest mistake you see people making today when it comes to having challenging conversations?”
  • “How can someone communicate with someone else to get exactly what they want without being manipulative?”

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Why winning an argument actually means losing connection, credibility, and trust
  • The three-step formula for delivering a genuine apology that truly heals relationships
  • How to use “frames” to transform difficult conversations into productive dialogues
  • The power of saying “Tell me more” and why it’s transformative in emotional conversations
  • Why clear agreements, not assumptions, are the foundation of successful relationships
  • Plus much more…
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