EPISODE · Jul 1, 2025 · 15 MIN
Quick, Send the Heads-Up Email
from The Speak Easy Podcast · host Jen Estill and Karen Stefl — creative studio entrepreneurs, brand and video experts, boss ladies, moms
Here's what we know: People don't like surprises, especially unpleasant ones, and when information is missing, they'll fill in the gaps — rarely with generous assumptions. We break down why proactive communication with clients, your team, and even in your personal life feels harder than it should be, then share strategies for getting ahead of the narrative. From understanding why we avoid these conversations (spoiler: we assume people know more than they do) to crafting that perfectly timed heads-up email, we explore how transparent communication builds trust and prevents those awkward moments when everyone's caught off guard. It's not about having everything perfect; it's about communicating with intention before situations spiral out of control.
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Here's what we know: People don't like surprises, especially unpleasant ones, and when information is missing, they'll fill in the gaps — rarely with generous assumptions. We break down why proactive communication with clients, your team, and even in your personal life feels harder than it should be, then share strategies for getting ahead of the narrative. From understanding why we avoid these conversations (spoiler: we assume people know more than they do) to crafting that perfectly timed heads-up email, we explore how transparent communication builds trust and prevents those awkward moments when everyone's caught off guard. It's not about having everything perfect; it's about communicating with intention before situations spiral out of control.
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Quick, Send the Heads-Up Email
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