25. Brave communication Tips with Conflict Resolution Coach for Asian American leaders, Jerry Fu

We’ve all had moments at work where someone made a snappy comment, or there was some passive-aggressive communication happening. Are you the type to walk headfirst into that conflict or do you hesitate at the first sign of trouble? Don’t get us wrong, dealing with conflict is never a fun conversation to have and it leaves most people with more stress than they care to handle. So we don’t blame you for wanting to walk the other way, but here’s some good news. Our guest today is an amazing conflict resolution coach for Asian American leaders, Jerry Fu. He began coaching Asian Americans in 2017 to help with conflicts at work, with their families, and even within themselves. Jerry talks with us today about how growing up in an Asian family there was lots of conflict and hardly any resolution. We discuss how different cultures and growing up in different families has a great impact on how we handle conflict resolution and how that can even affect our self-view.  Listen in as Jerry talks about the clients that he’s helped dig a little deeper, and how working through the struggles or miscommunications in their life has helped them create better relationships with their boss and their families. Jerry discusses being proactive in your relationships to foster growth and not discontent, as well as looking at it from a different angle, why you should always be honest with yourself, and how staying too deep in your mind can stop you from any growth. You’ll learn practical tips that you can apply while addressing conflict and upgrade all areas of your life.  This episode is packed with some amazing insight that you will not want to miss. If you are wanting to work with Jerry or get in touch check out the links below!    More Of What’s Inside: Why Jerry started working in conflict resolution Asian culture and how it deals with conflict The biggest issue that Jerry sees with his clients Why being proactive can help all your relationships Learning to handle conflict  Switching up your mindset to find solutions  Creating a foundation for your kids to build on How avoiding conflict can foster self-loathing The importance of being honest with yourself Overthinking and how it can halt your growth 3 ways you can prepare for handling conflict And much more!   LINKS:  Website Adapting Leaders: https://www.adaptingleaders.com IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094898/ IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0317705/ Wiki article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coming_2_America Wiki article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Braveheart IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0108358/ Wiki article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Godfather IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0137523/ Website Amy Wambach: https://abbywambach.com/ Wiki Article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glennon_Doyle Website Brene Brown: https://brenebrown.com/ Website Ronny Chieng: https://www.ronnychieng.com/ Wiki Article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_Hymn_of_the_Tiger_Mother Private Facebook Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/unlimitedpotentialpodcast  Personal Websites:  morrellfirm.com  ramcheruvu.wixsite.com/doctorram    Youtube Channel:  www.youtube.com/channel/UCtSIgawdfsNk0bk4Rwotz7w  Social Media:  www.linkedin.com/in/doctorram  https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-morrell  Episode Minute By Minute:  0:30 Get to know Jerry 2:02 The movies we could watch over and over again 8:30 How Jerry thrives serving his niche  14:40 The top conflicts Jerry encounters 22:21 How Jerry helps people resolve conflict  34:37 The importance of loving relationships in yourself  42:45 Asian American culture and norms 51:21 The anticipation is worse than the scenario  52:03 Script the critical moments 1:00:00 Jerry’s  experience with conflict resolution growing up 1:11:01 How to connect with Jerry and closing advice