#651: Nice Words. Nasty Agenda: What Manipulation Sounds Like in High-Performing Spaces

Not all manipulation is loud. In high-functioning environments, it whispers. This episode exposes the subtle communication tactics that erode trust and clarity—from guilt-wrapped praise to helpful-sounding threats—and shows you how to recognize it, name it, and protect your leadership from it.

If you’ve ever walked away from a "professional" conversation feeling confused, small, or responsible for someone else’s emotions—this is for you.

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