21. Tips for Handling the Difficult Conversations that Leaders Must Have

“I believe that words are strong, that they can overwhelm what we fear when fear seems more awful than life is good.” -Andrew Solomon

As a leader you will have an opportunity to engage in difficult conversations.  If you're not, I dare say that you're not leading.

Especially during current times, we need leaders who have the courage to move through difficult conversations with humility, trust and confidence. 

Whether your difficult conversation centers on boosting an employee's performance or simply talking with a relative with different political beliefs over a holiday dinner, the tips shared in this episode will help turn difficult conversation into constructive results.

Links shared:

• Human(Kind) by Ashlee Eiland
• Crucial Conversations
• Building a StoryBrand podcast interview with Hal Runkel

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