Conversation Keys Full Bundle - PDF (Printable)
Difficult conversations rarely fail because of “poor communication skills” — they stall because of barriers: unclear purpose, unequal risk, time pressures, history, emotional intensity, lack of boundaries, unhelpful dialogue norms, or missing follow-up.
The Conversation Keys are designed to unlock those barriers. Each card pairs a real-world challenge with a practical, evidence-based key, a phrase, question, or action you can use straight away to move the conversation forward.
This full bundle gives you the complete set of 8 mini-packs, covering every lens of the Conversation Compass:
Purpose – clarity lowers threat
People – risk is not equal
Pressures – design for reality
Pattern – reset expectations
Presence – regulate before entering
Protection – boundaries keep it constructive
Practice – norms guide dialogue
Post – follow-up builds trust
What’s included
- 1 Cover Card
- 8 Intro Cards (overview of each lens)
- 56 Barrier/Key Cards (7 per P, each with a challenge + evidence-based strategy)
- 8 Coaching Questions Cards (reflection prompts to deepen learning and application)
- Printable PDF – download instantly, print at home, or keep on your device for easy access.
How to use the Keys
Individually – prepare for a difficult conversation by working through barriers you’re most worried about.
In the moment – pick a card as a quick prompt to respond constructively when dialogue stalls.
As a coach/HR partner – use cards with clients or employees to spark reflection and planning.
In teams or workshops – choose cards to explore together and build shared strategies.
Full Bundle: £65 (save £15 vs. buying the 8 mini-packs separately).

