This week on "The Conversation with Clinton M. Padgett”, Clint wraps up his chat with Douglas Stone, the co-author of “Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most”. In part two, they discuss the difference between blame and contribution.

This week, Clint has a conversation with Douglas Stone, the Founder of Triad Consulting and a Lecturer on Law at Harvard Law School, where he teaches negotiation. He’s also the co-author of “Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well” and “Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most”.

Clint concludes his conversation with Jim Karrh the author of "The Science of Customer Connections: Manage Your Message to Grow Your Business." In part two, Clint and Jim talk about why 'Zoom meetings' aren't as beneficial as face to face chats and why you should listen twice as much as talk.

This week Clint has a conversation with Jim Karrh, author of "The Science of Customer Connections: Manage Your Message to Grow Your Business." In part one, Clint and Jim discuss why the word 'you' can improve your messaging, the value of authenticity and the importance of eye contact during a conversation.

Clint wraps up his conversation with author, consultant, and the Founder of the Katzenbach Center at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Jon Katzenbach. Over the course of his career, he has become a recognized leader in counseling high-profile CEOs and corporate leaders. In part two, Clint and Jon discuss how to maintain emotional connections in virtual workplaces.

This week Clint has a conversation with author, consultant, and the Founder of the Katzenbach Center at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Jon Katzenbach. Over the course of his career, he has become a recognized leader in counseling high-profile CEOs and corporate leaders. In part one, Clint and Jon talk about the importance of accountability and emotional commitment in teamwork.

Clint concludes his conversation with Craig Dowden. Craig is a Peak Performance Coach, a speaker that helps organizations assess, develop and engage their talent and the author of the book, "Do Good to Lead Well." In part two, Clint and Craig talk about the best ways to give and receive feedback and the importance of self-awareness.

This week Clint has a conversation with Craig Dowden. Craig is a Peak Performance Coach, a speaker that helps organizations assess, develop and engage their talent and the author of the book, "Do Good to Lead Well." In part one, Clint and Craig discuss the perils of conformity and the importance of self awareness.

Clint wraps up his conversation with Joseph Grenny, the bestselling author of "Crucial Conversations". In part two, Clint and Joseph discuss what "emotional illiteracy" means, how to better communicate in pandemic induced silos, and the importance of crucial conversations in teamwork and project work.

This week Clint has a conversation with Joseph Grenny. Joseph is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and a social scientist for business performance. His works have been translated into 28 languages and is available in 36 countries. Plus, he’s the co-author of one of Clint's all time favorite books, Crucial Conversations.