You can spend years building credibility at work and still feel unprepared for the moment you need to say something uncomfortable. That one difficult conversation you wish you could avoid often turns ...

If you want to advance in your career, you'll need to have uncomfortable conversations in the office, says workplace expert Henna Pryor. Skillfully navigating tense or awkward interactions, from ...

In our culture we are taught to keep the peace. We are taught not to embarrass anyone, not to challenge authority, or make things awkward. I’m naturally a very passive person and despise confrontation ...

Emotionally intelligent leadership isn’t just a soft skill; it’s a strategic advantage. Especially when it comes to conflict. According to research from CPP (now The Myers-Briggs Company), the average ...

Difficult conversations are something we tend to avoid at all costs. Whether it’s about underperformance, conflict, a personal issue, or an unsuccessful job application, entering any difficult ...

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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, ...