Intro: In this second half, the conversation turns to real-world coaching challenges, building resilience in uncertain times, and making difficult conversations productive.

Summary: Mike and Dave tackle why leaders avoid tough conversations, how to reframe them as two-way dialogues, and why consistent investment in people drives performance. They share strategies for bridging the gap between "can't" and "potential" and for creating trust when times are uncertain.

Highlights:

• The three questions to ask before replacing a team member.

• Why leaders sometimes fail their people before people fail their leaders.

• Turning limiting beliefs into growth opportunities.

• How clarity and trust cut through uncertainty.

• "Care and candid" as a formula for transformation.

Key Takeaways:

• Invest in people before deciding they can't succeed.

• Resilience grows from clarity, trust, and consistent communication.

• Avoidance kills relationships faster than conflict—lean into the hard talks.

Next Steps: Identify one conversation you've been avoiding. Reframe it as a two-way exchange, prepare open-ended questions, and create space for real dialogue.

Connect with Dave Reynolds on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dave-reynolds-99a71047/