Why Leadership Conversations Break Down — And How to Fix Them

About this info session

Most organizations don’t have a talent problem.
They have a conversation rhythm problem.

In this 10-minute session, you’ll see why even capable managers struggle with difficult conversations — and how a simple, structured rhythm changes that.

Developed over 20 years and tested with 100,000+ leaders, The Conversation Habit turns insight into trained reflex.

If feedback feels inconsistent, reviews feel heavy, or HR steps in too often — this is worth 10 minutes.
What you'll learn
1️⃣ The One Leadership Gap
Why most managers don’t lack talent — but lack trained conversation habits.
2️⃣ The 4 Conversations That Matter Most
A simple weekly rhythm that prevents friction and reduces escalation.
3️⃣ How to Train Reflexes, Not Just Teach Skills
A practical approach that helps leaders show up with confidence, clarity, connection, and calm — even under pressure.

Your Presenter

Sarah Cherif
Sarah is the founder of SkillsGym and the co-creator of The Conversation Habit, helping leaders build small, powerful habits that drive big results. With 20+ years of experience coaching executives at companies like IKEA, Deloitte, and Samsung, she’s on a mission to make leadership and communication simple, effective, and effortless.
Nils Maes
As a professional dancer with the English National Ballet and martial artist trained at Beijing Sports University, Nils learned that pressure doesn't care how prepared you are—only how trained your reflexes are.
He shows leaders how to rewire their nervous system so they stay calm, clear, and commanding when the stakes are highest.
  • Sarah Cherif
    Sarah is the founder of SkillsGym and the co-creator of The Conversation Habit, helping leaders build small, powerful habits that drive big results. With 20+ years of experience coaching executives at companies like IKEA, Deloitte, and Samsung, she’s on a mission to make leadership and communication simple, effective, and effortless.
  • Nils Maes
    As a professional dancer with the English National Ballet and martial artist trained at Beijing Sports University, Nils learned that pressure doesn't care how prepared you are—only how trained your reflexes are.
    He shows leaders how to rewire their nervous system so they stay calm, clear, and commanding when the stakes are highest.
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