The Workplace Conversation Kickstart

The Workplace Conversation Kickstart

Tackle your toughest workplace conversation without spiraling, stalling, or losing trust.

One focused coaching session. One life-changing conversation. One confident leader - you.

From avoidance to authority in one focused coaching session

Only £225

Hi, I’m Nicola. I help leaders speak up - calmly, clearly, and without fear

You don’t have to figure this out alone. I’ll guide you, step by step.

Nicola in an orange jacket with a teal background

What this is:

  • A focused coaching intensive for one high stake conversation.
  • You arrive with a situation that needs action.
  • You leave with a clear plan, you can deliver.

Why leaders book this:

  • Avoiding the talk is costing you time and sleep.
  • Performance drifts. Tension grows. Respect slips.
  • You want control back. You want a clean path forward.

The promise:

  • You will leave ready to speak.
  • You will have your opening words ready
  • You will know how to hold firm and stay fair.

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What you will walk away with:

Your Conversation Plan. Opening lines. Boundary phrases. Key questions. Likely responses and calm replies. A simple checklist for before, during, and after.

Your focus actions. Three next steps to keep momentum.

Confidence tools. Short resets to steady your nerves on the day.

How it works:

  1. Complete checkout
  2. I email you to schedule your session within one business day
  3. Your Difficult Conversations Journal is ordered and sent immediately
  4. Your prep sheet arrives by email
  5. Once we set a time, you will receive your Zoom link and reminders

You will also get a reminder before we meet.

What happens inside your session:

Clarity.

We make the goal specific and fair.

Facts

We separate what happened from the story about it.

Message

We set your opener and the one key question that invites a response.

Boundaries

We agree the specific ask and what good looks like. We schedule a check in to review progress against the expectation.

Plan the wording

We explore what needs to be said and how you will phrase it. And we plan for pushback or emotion and how you will respond.

Pre conversation boost and a debrief

A quick check-in before you speak and a short review after, to lock in the learning.

From Rock Bottom to Reclaiming My Voice
I was at rock bottom, facing serious professional issues while recovering from illness. I felt overwhelmed, caught in a mismanaged disciplinary process, and struggling to hold on to my dignity. I found Nicola through her newsletter. Her no-nonsense, down-to-earth style immediately stood out. She helped me organise my thoughts before our first session so we could get straight to the heart of what was really going on. Within the session, everything shifted. Nicola taught me to value myself, to speak up respectfully, and to give feedback in a calm, non-combative way. I went from seeing change as another blow to seeing the opportunities it offered. For the first time in months, I felt heard, not by them, but by myself. I had reclaimed my voice and my professional dignity. My confidence is back, and I feel able to handle any workplace situation. The impact has been profound and absolutely life-changing. My 13-year-old daughter summed it up perfectly: “Tell Nicola she’s wonderful… because she’s been wonderful to you.”
Alison
Public Sector Professional

Bonuses

  • Difficult Conversations Journal. Guided reflections to track progress and spot patterns.
  • Conversation Planning Template. The same template I use with clients to structure tough talks.
  • Post conversation debrief. A short check-in to review what worked and sharpen the next step.

Confidentiality

Strictly confidential. NDAs available on request.

Who this is perfect for

  • You have a difficult conversation in the diary
  • You want a clear plan you can trust
  • You are ready to stop avoiding and start leading

Not a fit if

  • You want therapy, not leadership support
  • You want a quick fix with no effort
  • You will not action a simple plan

Price and value

Less than a week of workplace stress or a day of lost productivity at £225.

Need more than one conversation.

Want ongoing support for multiple situations. Step up to Conversation Catalyst.

Quick compare:

You getKickstartConversation Catalyst
FocusOne priority conversationMultiple conversations across three months
SessionsOne intensive plus debriefTwo per month
ToolsConversation Plan, Difficult Conversations Journal, Planning TemplateFull toolkit and DISC profile
Between sessionsWhatsApp support before the talkOngoing support and online mini trainings
Best forA single high stakes momentConsistent growth and repeat issues

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Can this work in a unionised environment?

Answer: Yes. We will map your approach to your policies and agreements. I will help you keep it fair and within the process.

Question: What if the conversation is postponed or escalates?

Answer: You keep your plan. We adapt it to the new timeline. If it escalates, we rework your approach for the next stage.

Question: What if I get emotional on the call?

Answer: That is normal. We will steady your breathing. We will slow the pace. You will have short lines you can say under pressure.

Question: What if the other person gets defensive?

Answer: You will have boundary phrases ready. We will use calm repeats and a reset line.

Question: How soon can I book?

Answer: Usually very quickly. Choose your slot on the calendar. You will receive your journal and Zoom link promptly.

Question:Is this suitable for remote and in person conversations?

Answer: Yes. Your plan covers both, depending on whether it’s local to me. We will adjust the opening and pacing to fit the setting.

Ready to speak up with calm and clarity.

Book your Kickstart now.

Limited spaces each month. Book the next available slot today.