5 Communication Myths We Need to Stop Believing: From Interrogations to the Boardroom with Michael Reddington, CFI

In this episode, Dave Thompson, CFI sits down with Michael Reddington, CFI to break down five of the biggest misconceptions about communication — in the interrogation room, the boardroom, and everywhere in between. From the myths of “control,” “rapport,” and “active listening” to the flawed belief that people owe us the truth, Dave and Mike unpack how these assumptions quietly sabotage influence. Together, they reveal the real skills that build trust, uncover information, and create better outcomes in high-stakes conversations.

Check out Part 2 of this Series on Mike's Podcast on YouTube - "I See What You're Saying"

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We covered myths and misconceptions on this episode – listen to learn more as we debunk the following:

• Buyers are liars
• You need to keep control of the conversation
• Excuses are bad
• People owe you the truth
• Active listening = Performative listening