Connecting Through Conversation

We believe what you say and how you say it matter. At Connecting Through Conversation, we’re on a mission to ensure every student feels cared for, loved, and a deep sense of belonging, so they can experience a Connected Relationship for Learning. With over 40 years of combined experience, co-founders Erika Bare and Tiffany Burns empower educators with practical, actionable strategies to transform student behavior, build strong relationships, and create a culture of connection. We wrote "Connecting Through Conversation: A Playbook for Talking with Students" for busy educators, offering practical tools in an accessible, conversational tone. Relying on stories from the field and a good dose of humor, this book provides immediately applicable strategies to help educators strengthen connections, avoid power struggles, and navigate even the toughest behavioral challenges with confidence. Whether reading solo or in a group, educators (and everyone who talks with kids at school is an educator) will gain strategies they can put into practice immediately. In addition to dynamic speaking engagements and keynotes, we offer professional development tailored to meet the unique needs and budgets of your district, school, or organization. Whether in-person, virtual, or hybrid, our PD helps build capacity, fosters collective efficacy, and inspires educators to take meaningful, immediate action. We also offer author-led book studies and a self-paced online course that delivers practical, actionable strategies for the busiest of educators. Additionally, we offer customizable coaching and consulting services for school leaders, helping them analyze current practices, implement data-driven strategies, and build leadership capacity to create sustainable, high-impact change. Ready to transform your educational community? Connect with us today to learn how we can help you build lasting change through tailored professional development, coaching, and engaging resources.