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Tough conversations are inevitable, but they don’t have to be dreaded. In this episode, Jeff Matlow shares the secrets on how to have difficult discussions with confidence and clarity – and turn them into growth opportunities.

Here are a few fun facts you’ll learn in this short podcast:

✅ How to prepare mentally and emotionally for tough conversations

✅ The key strategies for staying calm and focused during conflict

✅ How to ensure productive outcomes from difficult discussions

Once you listen to this episode, you’ll be able to face hard conversations with the right mindset and better be the leader that I know is inside of you.

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Show Notes

[00:00] Introduction

[00:41] Difficult Conversations At Work

[01:43] The Tough Part of Tough Conversations

[03:11] Avoiding Tough Conversations Because Of A Fear Of Conflict

[04:47] Avoiding Tough Conversations Due To A Need To Be Liked

[05:31] Avoiding Tough Conversations Due To A Lack Of Confidence

[07:07] How To Have Hard Conversations

[10:15] The Tough Conversation Is In Your Hands. Or Mouth. Whatever.

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