Antoni Tzavelas & Terryberry Partner Webinar – How to Handle Tough Conversations Without Feeling Like a Jerk
Webinar04/16 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET
Let’s be honest—giving tough feedback or addressing conflict can feel like walking a tightrope. Say too little, and nothing changes. Say too much, and you risk damaging trust. Many leaders avoid these conversations altogether, sugarcoat the message, or come off too strong—leading to disengagement, frustration, and unresolved issues that only get worse.
But what if you could handle these conversations with confidence, clarity, and without feeling like an a**hole? The key isn’t just being “tough” or “nice”… it’s emotional intelligence (EQ). In this webinar, we’ll break down why most leaders struggle with tough conversations and introduce the nine core EQ skills that make them easier. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to tackle difficult discussions with confidence while strengthening trust and engagement with your team.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the most common mistakes leaders make in tough conversations and how to avoid them.
- Learn the nine key emotional intelligence (EQ) skills that make difficult conversations easier and more effective.
- Practice a simple “Clarity OREO” method to deliver feedback that is direct but not demoralizing.
- Gain practical strategies to navigate conflict, handle pushback, and communicate with confidence in high-stakes conversations.
Presenter
Antoni Tzavelas
Chief EQ Officer
Smiling Bowtie
Antoni is a keynote speaker, ICF-ACC certified leadership coach, and EQ-i 2.0 practitioner with a passion for human connection and emotional intelligence. With a career spanning six industries, including an unconventional leap from fashion design to cloud engineering, he’s no stranger to reinvention and the power of meaningful relationships in professional success.
Now, through The Bowtie Effect, Antoni helps senior professionals and leaders bridge the gap between technical expertise and true influence by mastering emotional intelligence. His approach isn’t about “soft skills”, it’s about strategic human connection that drives engagement, trust, and results.
When he’s not coaching or speaking, you can find Antoni running or cycling, rocking his signature bowtie, or deep in conversation about what makes people tick. His mission? To create workplaces where people don’t just show up… they actually want to be there.
Qualifies for HRCI and SHRM recertification credits.
