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After two decades of working with executives, leaders and teams, I have seen just how common it is for difficult conversations to be avoided, mishandled, or delayed because leaders simply do not know how to navigate them well.
This book was written from a place of deep belief and genuine care because I know we can do better, and I really believe workplaces will become stronger & more successful when more leaders can handle these conversations with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
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This was the fire in my belly that drove me to write Brave Talk Bold Outcomes.
Why this book matters
The reality is, difficult conversations are exactly that - difficult.
Research consistently shows that many people would rather avoid conflict than face it head on. For many, avoidance can feel easier, safer and more comfortable.
I get that and have been there myself.
Because the fear is real:
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fear of damaging the relationship
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fear of making it worse
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fear of not knowing what to say
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fear of not feeling confident enough
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fear of power dynamics or retaliation
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And that fear is preventing far too many leaders from having the conversations that matter.
This challenge is widespread across organisations, and in many ways, is only intensifying. Workplace change, rising demands, uncertainty, and pressure are creating even more tension, complexity, and emotionally charged situations.
These are not easy times, but I believe we can do this better.
What Brave Talk Bold Outcomes will help you do:
Brave Talk Bold Outcomes is a practical guide for leaders who want to navigate difficult conversations with more confidence and achieve better outcomes without burning relationships.
Grounded in real stories, practical insight, and simple tools, the Brave Talk Model gives you a clear framework to move from avoidance to action.
Special Book Launch Event
To celebrate the launch of Brave Talk Bold Outcomes, you are invited to join this special book launch event.
Who's this for?
General Managers
Division Head
HR Directors
Those who are leading managers and want to help them strengthen their skills, confidence, and impact.
​​Date: Friday 8th May 2026
Format: Online
Time: 11.30am to 12.30pm AEST​​​​​​​
In this Special Book Launch Event, you will:
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Identify the costs of avoiding difficult conversations
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Learn the 3 critical elements that achieve better outcomes
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Leave with greater confidence and clarity to lead with Brave Talk
This is for leaders who know these conversations matter and want to handle them with more courage, composure, and skill.
Special Offer - Free Copy of the Book!
The first 20 registrations who attend the book launch event will receive a personally signed copy of the book Brave Talk Bold Outcomes.
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All registrations will receive a toolkit valued at $325.
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A chapter of the book Brave Talk Bold Outcomes
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Access to complete the Brave Talk Scorecard
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Brave Talk Bold Outcomes White paper
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10 coaching questions to prepare for a difficult conversation
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Essential phrases to build understanding and alignment
About Sarah
Sarah is a People & Culture expert passionate about creating workplaces where people feel valued, understood, and aligned to the business purpose. She helps CEOs, leaders, and individuals communicate with impact through brave, authentic, and clear expression.
With 20 years of senior HR experience, Sarah has led culture transformation projects, built HR functions from the ground up twice, and developed commercial HR strategies and leadership capabilities across organisations including Chobani, Random House Australia, and Novartis Consumer Health.
Her experience spans entrepreneurial high-growth environments and mature organisations, delivering innovative, practical solutions to complex people challenges. Energetic, engaging, and straight-up, Sarah provides bespoke training workshops, executive coaching, and mentoring to help leaders and HR professionals manage conflict, lead change, build high-performing teams, and master coaching, feedback, and positive workplace cultures.