Today’s episode of Leadership & Motivation Unleashed is all about having difficult workplace conversations. 

This is a tough topic. Some people can very easily turn off their emotions and have open and honest dialogue about difficult topics and situations, and some people really struggle with it. And that’s understandable, having those difficult conversations may be one of the hardest parts of leadership.

Whether it’s delivering bad news, providing constructive criticism, or managing performance reviews, we’re offering practical advice to help leaders and employees navigate these challenging interactions with empathy and directness.

▶️ How to Have Difficult Conversations at Work (As a Leader and an Employee):

• [02:40] Getting better at hard conversations through experience
• [03:30] Strategies for leaders navigating difficult conversations
• [07:55] Being on the receiving end of a hard conversation
• [09:31] Giving open and honest feedback throughout the year
• [15:23] Navigating hard conversations with authenticity
• [18:08] Balancing negative feedback with positive feedback
• [20:33] Building rapport with your employees

Resources:

Crucial Conversations by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan & Al Switzler 

Trombone Player Wanted, Marcus Buckingham

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Notable Quotes from How to Have Difficult Conversations at Work (As a Leader and an Employee):

“ The more difficult conversations you have, the better you get at them. ” - Rachel Book

“ People who are authentic, even in really difficult discussions, are appreciated. ” - Patrick Law

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📱 Follow Rachel Book on LinkedIn.

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