The Leadership Conversation Playbook: 1:1s, Coaching & Critical Conversations
6 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Master 1:1s, coaching, and tough conversations to build trust, develop your team, and lead with confidence in any situation.
The Leadership Conversation Playbook: 1:1s, Coaching & Critical Conversations
6 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Master 1:1s, coaching, and tough conversations to build trust, develop your team, and lead with confidence in any situation.
Course overview
Gain confidence to lead 1:1s, coach effectively, and handle tough talks.
What You’ll Gain from This Course
Leadership isn’t just about strategy—it’s about communication, trust, and impact. In this course, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to lead conversations that drive real change. Whether you struggle with unproductive 1:1s, giving tough feedback, or handling high-stakes discussions like terminations or performance issues, this course will equip you with practical techniques to navigate them with clarity, empathy, and authority.
By the end, you’ll know how to:
✅ Run high-impact 1:1s that strengthen relationships & improve performance
✅ Coach your team to take ownership, solve problems, & grow in their roles
✅ Give direct, constructive feedback that’s clear, actionable, & well-received
✅ Navigate difficult conversations with confidence—no more avoidance or anxiety
✅ Handle layoffs, terminations, and sensitive discussions with professionalism and care
Through real-world scenarios, role-playing, and hands-on exercises, you’ll practice the conversations that matter most—so when the moment comes, you’re ready. This isn’t just theory; it’s a leadership playbook you’ll use every day.
Who is this course for
01
New and experienced managers who want to improve 1:1s, coaching, and tough conversations.
02
Leaders who struggle with giving feedback or handling high-stakes discussions like terminations, layoffs, and performance issues.
03
Founders, executives, and team leads looking to build trust, develop talent, and lead with confidence in any situation.
What you’ll get out of this course
Master High-Impact 1:1s
Learn how to run engaging and productive 1:1s that build trust, align goals, and drive performance—so your meetings feel meaningful, not routine.
Develop a Coaching Mindset
Give students an idea of how they can expect to grow throughout your course. Include specificity and precise results so students can benchmark exactly what they’ll learn.
Give Clear, Constructive Feedback
Confidently deliver actionable, well-received feedback that helps employees improve while maintaining trust and motivation.
Handle Difficult Conversations with Confidence
Navigate terminations, performance issues, and other tough talks with clarity and empathy—without avoidance or unnecessary tension.
Create a Culture of Open Communication
Foster a team environment where honesty, trust, and constructive dialogue lead to stronger leadership and better business outcomes.
What’s included
Live sessions
Learn directly from Maryam Taheri in a real-time, interactive format.
Lifetime access
Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.
Community of peers
Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.
Certificate of completion
Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.
Maven Guarantee
This course is backed by the Maven Guarantee. Students are eligible for a full refund up until the halfway point of the course.
The Leadership Conversation Playbook: 1:1s, Coaching & Critical Conversations
Course syllabus
Week 1
Module 1: The Power of Leadership Conversations
Aug
5
Module 1 Live Session
Week 2
Module 2: Mastering the Art of 1:1s
Aug
12
Module 2 Live Session
Week 3
Module 3: Coaching for Growth & Performance
Aug
19
Module 3 Live Session
Week 4
Module 4: The Art of Giving (and Receiving) Feedback
Aug
26
Module 4 Live Session
Week 5
Module 5: Navigating Difficult Conversations with Confidence
Sep
2
Module 5 Live Session
Week 6
Module 6: High-Stakes Conversations – Handling Terminations, Layoffs & Sensitive
Sep
9
Module 6 Live Session
Post-course
Module 7: Bringing It All Together
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Maryam Taheri
Maryam Taheri
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Course schedule
4-6 hours per week
Tuesdays & Thursdays
1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
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May 7, 2022
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Active hands-on learning
This course builds on live workshops and hands-on projects
Interactive and project-based
You’ll be interacting with other learners through breakout rooms and project teams
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Join a community of like-minded people who want to learn and grow alongside you
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