Franklincovey.com • 21st January 2026 Weekly Tips newsletter for 1.21.26 I curate, write, and edit this weekly newsletter for individual contributors to help them build strong relationships, advance their careers, and maintain their work/life balance.
Franklincovey.com • 15th January 2026 How to get honest feedback on your writing—even when it hurts I wrote this video script, drawing on the work of author Jay Heinrichs, to help learners get the feedback they need to craft their best writing. I also acted as script supervisor on set.
Franklincovey.com • 11th December 2025 3 phrases to help someone open up to your perspective I wrote and designed this interactive activity for FranklinCovey's The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People course. It helps learners choose the right words to prepare someone else to hear and accept what they have to say.
Franklincovey.com • 11th December 2025 4 phrases to help you better understand someone I wrote and designed this interactive audio activity for FranklinCovey's The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People course. It helps learners decide what to say to prompt someone else to share what they think, feel, and need.
Franklincovey.com • 8th October 2025 5 fundamentals to come across as professional in your writing I wrote this article for FranklinCovey's course Writing for Results, incorporating ideas from author and writing coach Jay Heinrichs.
Franklincovey.com • 27th August 2025 Weekly Tips newsletter for 8.27.25 I curate, write, and edit this weekly newsletter for individual contributors to help them build strong relationships, advance their careers, and maintain their work/life balance.
Franklincovey.com • 11th April 2024 Sample openers for difficult talks Don’t let complex personal histories or power dynamics keep you from starting a difficult conversation you need to have.
Franklincovey.com • 5th March 2024 20+ phrases to de-escalate tension in a difficult conversation When emotions run high, try phrases like these to help everyone calm down and focus on making progress.
Franklincovey.com • 4th April 2023 7 common misconceptions about disability and accommodations at work You'd know if someone on your team had a disability, right? Don't let this or other mistaken beliefs keep you from being inclusive.
Franklincovey.com • 9th February 2022 5 essential questions to prepare for your review A performance review is a chance to show your value and set the stage for your next move. To make a strong case for yourself, answer these questions in advance.
Franklincovey.com • 9th June 2021 How to manage a conflict at work Letting a conflict fester is bad for you, the other person, and your organization. These steps can help you ease friction, clarify expectations, and strengthen the relationship.
Franklincovey.com • 4th April 2023 4 fundamental questions answered about disability and accommodations at work Learn how disclosing a disability and requesting an accommodation typically work—and how to get the tailored support you need to excel.
Franklincovey.com • 13th September 2022 Podcast: Get more from 1-on-1s with your boss I interview leadership coach Maria Sullivan about what questions to ask your manager, how to create a strong agenda, and what to do if the conversation gets emotional. Copy think link to listen: https://rb.gy/pkum7y.
Franklincovey.com • 7th July 2021 Podcast: How to advocate for the flexibility you and your team need now What has the pandemic period revealed about what you need to work at your best? Leadership coach Maria Sullivan and I discuss how to keep what's working and change what's not. Copy this link to listen: https://rb.gy/d9gp1n.
Franklincovey.com • 29th February 2020 6 ways to give your team space to speak up, take risks, and ultimately perform better Teams succeed in an environment where people feel free to think critically, disagree, and try new things. Create an oasis of candor and productive experimentation on your team.
Franklincovey.com • 20th February 2019 9 tips to listen well and build empathy with co-workers When you listen to build empathy, you’ll open your mind to others’ diverse perspectives, form stronger bonds, and work together more effectively.
Entrepreneur • 20th March 2018 Why the Best Leaders Act Like Playful Puppies I worked with IDEO's Brendan Boyle to shape this op-ed on the importance of play in leadership for Entrepreneur.
Franklincovey.com • 11th July 2019 5 ways to stop blindsiding your team and hurting their morale It's easy for your team to feel blindsided by a change, decision, or piece of feedback when they haven’t had a chance to weigh in. And lack of agency can hurt morale and erode trust. Try these tactics to become more transparent.
Franklincovey.com • 7th April 2022 40+ questions to get clarity from your boss in your next 1-on-1 I worked with FranklinCovey writer Beck Johnson to conceptualize this piece, which I edited.
Franklincovey.com • 10th August 2019 9 ways your emails might be disrespectful — and how to fix them These common email habits can cause your messages to come across in damaging ways you don't intend. Simple changes in timing, tone, and language can help.
