High stakes. Conflicting opinions. Emotional engagement. These are the ingredients of Crucial Conversations -- which, for good or ill, are the most consequential in our lives. Today, as we wrap up our Authors in August series, Emily Gregory teaches us how to navigate these conversations successfully.

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