Dinner Conversations with Dr. V

Dr. Vernard “V” Jenkins
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Dinner Conversations is a podcast about becoming better at home, at work, and within yourself. Through honest and practical conversations , Dr. Vernard Jenkins explores the soft skills that shape relationships, leadership, confidence,communication, accountability and emotional intelligence. Each episode turns real life challenges into clear actions listeners can use immediately. People will love this show because it’s relatable , direct and built for everyday people who want to handle conflict better, lead with more empathy, communicate with purpose and grow without pretending to be perfect.

Episodes

  1. 6h ago

    Disagree Without Destroying the Relationship

    Conflict is normal. Disrespect is optional. Start with common ground, choose curiosity before certainty, and keep the problem, not the person, at the center of the conversation.

  2. Nov 5

    Accountability Without Humiliation

    Accountability is essential. Humiliation is not. State the facts, connect the impact, agree on the next commitment, and protect the dignity of the person while correcting the behavior.

  3. Oct 29

    Receive Feedback Without Getting Defensive

    You do not have to accept every opinion as truth. But you do need to listen long enough to discover what may be useful. Pause before you protect, ask for examples, and separate the message from the messenger.

  4. Oct 22

    You Cannot Lead People You Only Correct

    Correction is necessary, but it cannot be your only leadership language. Catch progress, protect dignity, and coach people to think not simply to avoid the next mistake.

  5. Oct 15

    Why People Stop Talking to You

    Silence is not always peace. Sometimes it means people no longer believe their truth will be handled well. Listen past the first sentence, manage your first reaction, and close the loop after someone speaks up.

  6. Oct 8

    How to Apologize Without Making Excuses

    A real apology includes ownership, awareness of impact, and a changed action. Remove the “but.” Stop arguing people out of their experience. Let your next behavior prove your words.

  7. Oct 1

    Direct Does Not Mean Disrespectful

    You can confront the issue without crushing the person. Strong communication focuses on facts, impact, and a clear path forward not labels, humiliation, or emotional unloading.

  8. Sep 24

    Why “Calm Down” Rarely Works

    “Calm down” may feel like the fastest response, but it often creates more distance. Validate before you solve, regulate your own reaction, and ask a grounding question that turns emotion into useful information.

  9. Sep 17

    Stop Saying “I’m Fine” When You’re Not

    “I’m fine” may be your default response, but it can also become emotional armor. Learn to name what is real, choose safe people, and ask for the kind of support you actually need at home and at work.

  • 9 Episodes

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About

Dinner Conversations is a podcast about becoming better at home, at work, and within yourself. Through honest and practical conversations , Dr. Vernard Jenkins explores the soft skills that shape relationships, leadership, confidence,communication, accountability and emotional intelligence. Each episode turns real life challenges into clear actions listeners can use immediately. People will love this show because it’s relatable , direct and built for everyday people who want to handle conflict better, lead with more empathy, communicate with purpose and grow without pretending to be perfect.

Information

  • Creator
    Dr. Vernard “V” Jenkins
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Dr. Vernard “V” Jenkins
  • Show Website
    Dinner Conversations with Dr. V