Overview
You have to talk with a colleague about a fraught situation, but you're worried that they'll yell, or blame you, or shut down. You fear your emotions could block you from a resolution. But you can communicate in a way that's constructive--not combative. Difficult Conversations walks you through:
- Uncovering the root cause of friction
- Maintaining a positive mind-set
- Untangling the problem together
- Agreeing on a way forward
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This book title, Difficult Conversations (HBR 20-Minute Manager Series), ISBN: 9781633690783, by Harvard Business Review, published by Harvard Business Review Press (February 16, 2016) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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