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Transforming Tough Conversations: A Conversation with Co-Founder and President of the Institute for Health and Human Potential, Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry

Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry · November 6, 2023

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Interview with Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry

Transforming Tough Conversations: A Conversation with Co-Founder and President of the Institute for Health and Human Potential, Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry

Podcast: The Communicative Leader

November 6, 2023 · 48 min

Tough conversations are, well, tough. That's why we call them that -- tough, challenging, hard, sensitive, etc. While these types of conversations aren't going away my friends, there are specific, pragmatic steps you can take that will make these more manageable.Guess what? Dr.…

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Key topicsThe Power of Intentional Culture: Building High-Performing TeamsJP emphasizes that a thriving culture is not an abstract concept but a tangible driver of organizational success. He can provide actionable strategies for leaders to intentionally shape their team's culture, creating an environment where individuals feel valued, motivated, and empowered to excel. The Last 8% Principle: Using the Difficult to Transform Your TeamDr. JP Pawliw-Fry's renowned 'Last 8%' system is a game-changer in navigating difficult conversations and decisions. He can discuss how embracing these crucial moments, often avoided, can lead to personal and team transformation. Listeners will gain practical insights into managing tough conversations with courage and authenticity. Performing Under Pressure: The Cornerstone of High-Performing OrganizationsWhat do the best leaders and athletes do that helps them thrive under pressure? With decades of experience, JP can delve into the critical role of managing emotions and the brain to adapt to today's fast-paced and high-pressure work environments. He can share practical techniques for individuals and teams to harness their emotions intelligently, leading to improved decision-making, stronger relationships, and enhanced performance. View all topics →

About Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry

Transforming Culture, Powering Performance: Navigating the Human Element

72,000 People in his HBR-published team study65 Countries Performing Under Pressure published worldwideNYT Bestseller Performing Under PressureElite clients Olympians, Navy SEALs & Fortune 500

Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry is a pioneering force in culture development and building high-performing teams. His journey began with a personal struggle with ADHD, which ultimately led him on a profound quest for understanding how emotions drive behavior. This exploration culminated in the development of the "Last 8%" system, a transformative approach that has empowered Olympic athletes, Navy SEALs, CEOs, and Fortune 500 employees.

As the president and co-founder of the Institute for Health and Human Potential (IHHP), Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry stands at the forefront of a global movement. IHHP is a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies, including IBM, Mercedes Benz, and Goldman Sachs, as well as government bodies, academic institutions such as Harvard, NFL and NBA teams, and even the US Army and Navy. With a track record of empowering organizations under pressure, IHHP leverages neuroscience and behavioral science to create lasting shifts in culture. Formerly he taught executive education at Kellogg School of Management.

Dr. JP's work revolves around a central tenet: the value of the Last 8%. These are the difficult conversations and decisions that people regularly avoid but that also represents the biggest opportunity for a team to transform into a high-performance culture. This groundbreaking system enables organizations to transform their culture in months, not years.

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Tough conversations are, well, tough.

That's why we call them that -- tough, challenging, hard, sensitive, etc.

While these types of conversations aren't going away my friends, there are specific, pragmatic steps you can take that will make these more manageable.

Guess what?

Dr. JP Pawliw-Frydoes us one better than manageable, he helps us to see how embracing these conversations in an audience-centered way can transform our workplace culture in really positive and transformative ways.

I had a lot of fun chatting with JP, and more importantly, I learned soooooo much from him.

Y'all, I have a PhD in this, write in this area, teach it and I still walked away with so much new knowledge -- this is a powerful conversation, for sure.

Until next time, communicate with intention and lead with purpose.

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