130: Strengthening Communication in High-Stakes and Contentious Discussions

WOC and Allies: Business and Career Realtalk with Elaine Lou Cartas · Feb 19, 2026 · 19m · transcript

Main Points

When conversations get tense at work, how do you make sure you don’t over-explain, shut down or things escalate?

In this episode, I break down how to communicate with confidence, clarity and composure when pressure is on

How to not over explain

What to do if you really can’t meet a deadline

How to give feedback

How to handle contentious discussions without losing composure

A 3 part structure on how to have your words land

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