In Part 2, Resa explains why she and Adaira started their book MicroSkills with the most overlooked chapter: self-care. From emotional and civic health to better rest and boundaries, she unpacks how showing up well starts before you speak. She also shares practical tools for navigating hard moments—like having a failure buddy—and reveals why thoughtful email etiquette isn’t just about manners, but about professional respect. 

This episode is about what sustains you—before, during, and after the work.  Micro skills begin with you.

Key Highlights of Our Interview:

Why Micro Skills Start with Self

“We opened the book with self-care—because everything else depends on it.” 

Physical, civic, emotional, and financial health are non-negotiables.

Support Isn’t Optional

“Have a failure buddy. Or a personal board of directors. Someone you can call when things go wrong.”

What Real Rest Looks Like

“Rest isn’t just sleep. It’s knowing what recharges you. And choosing to protect it.”

Respect Through Email

“BCC isn’t a trick—it’s about being thoughtful.” 

Communication is a reflection of how much you value someone’s time and dignity.

Small Language, Big Impact

“Even experienced professionals said, ‘I didn’t think I’d learn anything from a book on communication—but I did.’” 

Thoughtful communication isn’t about polish. It’s about presence.

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