Todd Nesloney
LIVE WORKSHOP:
Mastering the Art of Difficult Conversations
About Todd
Todd Nesloney is the Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership for the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA). He has also served as an award-winning principal of a PreK-5th Grade campus of over 775 students in a rural town in Texas. He has been recognized by the White House, John C Maxwell, the Center for Digital Education, National School Board Association, the BAMMYS, and more for his work in education and with children. Todd has written six books, including the runaway smash Kids Deserve It and his newest book Building Authenticity: A Blueprint for the Leader Inside You. He is passionate about doing whatever it takes for our students and teachers and helping others tell their story
LIVE WORKSHOP
Mastering the Art of Difficult Conversations
In every facet of life—be it in our careers, personal relationships, or the roles we assume—there comes an inevitable moment: the need to engage in difficult conversations. These moments can define and shape our interactions, yet we rarely receive formal guidance on how to handle them effectively.
In every facet of life—be it in our careers, personal relationships, or the roles we assume—there comes an inevitable moment: the need to engage in difficult conversations. These moments can define and shape our interactions, yet we rarely receive formal guidance on how to handle them effectively.
In this engaging session, Todd Nesloney draws upon his wealth of experience to unveil a five-step strategy for navigating challenging dialogues with confidence and empathy, regardless of the setting. This is designed to empower you with the skills needed to turn potentially tense exchanges into constructive encounters.
Key Learnings Include:
Strategic Preparation: Discover how to meticulously prepare and plan for your discussions to not only ensure your own readiness but also to pave the way for a positive outcome for everyone involved.
Understanding Your Role: Gain clarity on your position within the conversation, including establishing clear boundaries and responsibilities to foster a productive dialogue.
Growth Through Dialogue: Learn to view each challenging conversation as a unique opportunity for personal and mutual growth, transforming potentially negative experiences into positive developmental moments.
This is tailored for anyone who finds themselves either leading or participating in discussions that can feel daunting or overwhelming. With Todd’s guidance, you’ll learn that difficult conversations don’t necessarily have to be difficult. Armed with the right tools and mindset, you can approach these situations with confidence, turning them into opportunities for growth and understanding., you’ll build an escape challenge (no locks required), lap books, a PBL unit, mystery bags, call-back cards, choice boards, interactive notebooks, and more—perfect for boosting student engagement and deepening learning. Leave with a toolkit of exciting, low-prep strategies that will bring energy and curiosity into your upper elementary classroom! ALL templates are provided!
