A LeadBuildLive Course

The Aligning Conversations Course

A step-by-step system for leaders who need to have hard conversations — and want to do it with clarity, confidence, and genuine care.

Created by certified leadership coach Larry Boatright — with 20+ years of experience leading teams and coaching leaders.

You Already Know You Need to Have That Conversation

There is someone on your team — maybe more than one — and you already know something needs to be said. A performance issue. A pattern of behavior. A drift in attitude. Something that is quietly eroding trust, culture, or results.

You have thought about it in the shower. Rehearsed it in your head on the drive to work. Maybe even started to bring it up — and then pulled back because you were not sure how to say it without making things worse.

So the conversation does not happen. And the problem does not go away. It gets worse. And the longer you wait, the harder it gets.

The problem is not that you lack courage. The problem is that no one ever gave you a framework — a clear, repeatable process for having these conversations well. One that lets you be both honest and kind. Direct and caring. Firm and human.

Introducing the Aligning Conversations Framework

A proven 5-step system you can use for every difficult conversation you will ever need to have.

1

Celebrate

2

Align

3

Equip

4

Encourage

5

Follow Up

Whether it is a chronic performance issue, a pattern of behavior affecting your team, a heart that has drifted from the mission, or something small you want to address before it becomes something big — this framework gives you a clear, repeatable process to handle it well.

Everything You Need — In One Place

Here is exactly what you get when you enroll today:

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7 Coaching Videos

Larry walks you through every step — how to prepare, how to deliver the conversation in real time, and how to handle what comes up in the room.

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Complete Workbook

A beautifully designed step-by-step guide you work through alongside the videos. Your roadmap from start to finish.

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5 Reusable Brainstorm Worksheets

One for each step of the framework — designed to use for every conversation, not just this one.

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Manuscript Template

Write your conversation out word-for-word so you are never fumbling for what to say when it matters most.

QuickStart Brainstorm Sheet

Once the framework is in your muscle memory, plan any future conversation in minutes.

Prep & Delivery Checklist + 2 Sample Conversations

Walk into every conversation knowing you have done everything right — plus two real, detailed examples showing exactly what success looks like.

Common Questions

Who is this course for?
This course is for any leader — new or experienced — who needs to have a difficult conversation with a team member and wants to do it well. Whether you are in corporate, healthcare, education, or nonprofit, if you lead people, you need this framework. It is especially valuable for recently promoted leaders who are having these conversations for the first time, and for senior leaders who want a more intentional, repeatable approach.
What if I have already had the conversation and it went badly?
Then this course is exactly what you need next. The Aligning Conversations framework gives you a way to go back, repair what needs repairing, and re-engage with clarity and care. Many leaders find the framework most valuable after a conversation has gone sideways — because now they understand why, and they have a better path forward.
Is this just theory, or will I actually be able to use it right away?
You will use it right away. The course includes a complete workbook, brainstorm worksheets for each step, a word-for-word manuscript template, and two full sample conversations. By the time you finish, you will have your actual conversation planned and ready to deliver.
How long does the course take to complete?
The seven coaching videos total roughly two hours. Most leaders complete the full course — including working through the workbook and preparing their conversation — in a single focused afternoon or across a few sessions during the week.
Can I use this framework for more than one conversation?
Absolutely — that is the whole point. The five-step framework and the reusable worksheets are designed to become your go-to system for every difficult conversation you will ever need to have. Not just this one. Every one.
What does it cost?
The full course — all seven videos, the workbook, every template and worksheet, and both sample conversations — is just $97. One investment for a skill you will use for the rest of your leadership career.

Stop Dreading the Conversation.
Start Leading Through It.

Everything you need to go from "I know I need to have that conversation" to "I'm glad I did" — in one place.

$97

One-time investment · Lifetime access · Immediate enrollment

Questions? Reach out to Larry at larry@leadbuildlive.com