5 tips for difficult conversations

I don’t think having a difficult conversation at work ever feels easy.

It feels hard because it requires vulnerability as a leader.

But here are 5 tips to consider:

1️⃣ Prepare your thoughts in advance.
2️⃣ Be direct and clear in your language.
3️⃣ Actively listen to the other person.
4️⃣ Be open to ideas and solutions.
5️⃣ Follow-up so agreements are carried out.

In conversations, you and your team members grow and build trust.

The key is to keep having these conversations.