"Over the years I''ve watched as professionals at all levels struggle to have hard conversations. Most avoid conflict out of fear that the conversation will backfire or destroy an important relationship. The First Four Words inspires readers to move beyond avoidance to curiosity, and from curiosity to possibility. I sincerely believe this book will help more people have these necessary conversations, with positive outcomes." Mikaela Kiner Founder and CEO of Reverb and Author, Female Firebrands "The First Four Words offers a game-changing strategy for those of us who are uncertain about starting difficult conversations. Author and executive coach Tucker Miller has cracked the code by illustrating how four words can foster understanding and collaboration." Michelle Marchant Senior Employment Attorney, Formerly with Hewlett Packard and Microsoft "Tucker Miller''s extraordinary new book, The First Four Words, gives us simple, usable tools to make sure even our most challenging talks strike the right tone beginning with our very first few words. Why''s this important: because many important conversations never take place or start off wrong and never recover.
Why: because we just don''t know what to say. This happens at work, with family, and in other day-to-day situations. Tucker''s distilled a lifetime of personal and professional wisdom to give us a vital, practical guide for launching meaningful conversations where understanding and impact are so critical." Stephen M. Paskoff Founder, President & CEO Employment Learning Innovations, Inc. "When Tucker Miller told me about her new book, I ordered ten copies! As an executive coach myself, The First Four Words is a book I plan to give to every one of my clients. The First Four Words is just what I''ve needed to share with leaders I support. In her book, J.
Tucker Miller brings her usual wisdom, insight and empathy to this important topic in a way that will help all of us in business and in life!" Kristina Moris Founder and President of The Washington Firm, Ltd. "Tucker Miller puts a new spin on how leaders can more easily engage people into meaningful conversations. As she explains in her book, The First Four Words, ''Eliminating the tendency to avoid difficult conversations is key to honing leadership capabilities and preparing for expanded roles of influence and impact. Your success comes from showing up and sharing your opinion, and your ability to do that lies just on the other side of avoiding discomfort.'' Throughout my career I have witnessed leaders avoid the difficult conversations because they are not comfortable in having them. Her practical strategy will help leaders communicate more confidently and effectively." Marilyn Thiet Certified Business Coach, President and CEO of EDGE Performance Acceleration "I am thrilled to endorse Tucker Miller and her book, The First Four Words. The First Four Words is not just a book; it''s a roadmap for those who understand that the key to success lies in the subtle nuances of conversation.
I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone eager to elevate their communication game and make a lasting impact both professionally and personally. Prepare to be inspired, enlightened, and equipped with the tools to unlock the true potential of your words." Bruce M Pflaumer Founder of Michael Bruce Image Consulting and host of The Wisdom of the Wardrobe podcast "As much as I appreciate models and tools for how to have a meaningful conversation, in the heat of the moment I can''t recall any of it. The First Four Words eliminates that problem by providing a strategy that''s easy to remember, apply and practice. Drawing on her experience as a business leader and executive coach, Tucker Miller has provided an invaluable resource that inspires and instructs." Alison Talbot Senior Human Resources Executive for national insurance company "So many leaders, from the CEO on down, struggle with knowing what to say to start an important conversation. As a result, they avoid the conversations they should be having to strengthen relationships, build trust and resolve conflicts. The First Four Words is just the resource I''ve needed to support and inspire my clients to reach out and engage.
It''s not a gimmick--it''s a practical and easy to remember tool that can help anyone seeking a method to communicate more clearly and effectively. I look forward to sharing it with my team and all the leaders I support. Highly recommend!" Marie Tjernlund President and Executive Coach, Noble Edge Consulting.