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Hold the Pineapple, Please: Purposeful Conversations That Build Better Teams, Bottom Lines, and Banana Splits

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What if communication could be as simple as picking your favorite ice cream toppings?As a leader, you’ve been there—walking on eggshells, wondering if what you’re about to say will land the “right” way. Maybe you’ve been told you’re “too much,” or the thought of conflict has you avoiding the tough talks altogether. Do any of these sound familiar?

Now, imagine being able to speak with total clarity and confidence every time. Picture a team that’s not only engaged but absolutely crushing their goals, and clients who are eager to pay your invoices and do more business with you.

Heather Lisle has been in your shoes, spending years in tell-it-like-it-is mode, not realizing her direct approach was turning some people off. It wasn’t until she started working closely with top executives and in high-stakes situations that she realized the secret—adapt your communication style. Suddenly, every conversation becomes a chance to build trust, influence decisions, and get results.

In Hold the Pineapple, Please, Heather Lisle makes communication simple, powerful, and fun. Using the DISC methodology, she’ll show you how to read the room, adjust your approach on the fly, and walk away with exactly what you want—whether it’s improved relationships, better results, or a stronger bottom line.

This isn’t just for leaders or entrepreneurs.

It’s for anyone ready to stop letting communication breakdowns hold them back and start making a real impact with every conversation. If you’re looking to build a high-performing team, boost your bottom line, and drive meaningful results, this book is for you.

IN HOLD THE PINEAPPLE, PLEASE , YOU WILL DISCOVER HOW

Master communication styles so that you nail your messaging in every conversationBuild trust and influence so your best clients keep coming back for moreNavigate team dynamics so that you build a culture of collaboration and innovation—while keeping your best people locked in and driving results Master the power of negotiation and non-verbal cues so that you influence decisions and close deals with ease Fine-tune your “ask” so that you consistently walk away with the results you need Packed with humor, real-world examples, and no-nonsense strategies, Hold the Pineapple, Please is your go-to playbook for communicating with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Get ready to transform the way you connect—and start getting the results you deserve.


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Published June 10, 2025

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July 19, 2025
Great easy read that teaches how to have all types of conversations with different DISC personalities. I’ve already applied a lot from what I’ve read!
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