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Today’s very best leaders stand out in great part because they have developed and honed the ability to skillfully handle difficult conversations. It’s this ability to talk with employees about ...

For leaders, keeping your workforce engaged and happy in 2025 is more than just the pay packet, working conditions, and benefits. The social contract between employers and employees has changed ...

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Most of us don’t wake up eager for a difficult conversation. By their very nature, these conversations can feel uncomfortable, challenging, and awkward. You’ve likely faced one you dreaded, put off, ...

Difficult conversations are inevitable in business, but they don’t have to leave the involved parties walking away upset. Take the example of an account executive at a software firm who thought she ...

Trust and early communication between patients and providers are crucial in oncology care to address difficult conversations and treatment goals effectively. Oncologists should tailor shared ...

We’ve all been there: the fluorescent light flickering above, your stomach in knots, voices at the table becoming raised, including your own. Nearly everyone experiences difficult conversations at ...