What happens when keeping the peace comes at the expense of honest communication?

In this episode of the Education Vanguard Podcast, host Justin Hardman speaks with Jennifer Abrams, international educational and communications consultant and author of Having Hard Conversations and Stretching Your Learning Edges: Growing (Up) at Work.

Jennifer challenges the idea that being nice is always the same as being kind. Together, they explore why difficult conversations remain a challenge in schools, how clarity and accountability can strengthen professional relationships, and why meaningful communication requires more than choosing the right words.

The conversation also examines AI’s growing role in workplace communication, navigating generational and cultural differences in international schools, and the importance of self-awareness and emotional regulation in building healthier school cultures.

An insightful conversation for educators and school leaders seeking to create more open, collaborative, and supportive professional environments.

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🌐 About Jennifer Abrams

Discover Jennifer’s books, workshops, and resources on communication, professional growth, and school leadership.

https://jenniferabrams.com/