This post was authored by Anne-Maartje Oud with Joe Navarro At home or at work, there will be a time when you will be called upon to do a difficult interview (perhaps even an exploratory conversation) ...

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Today’s very best leaders stand out in great part because they have developed and honed the ability to skillfully handle difficult conversations. It’s this ability to talk with employees about ...

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Author, attorney, and conversation expert Jefferson Fisher helps us understand how to approach and engage in conflict. If you said “not well,” let conversation expert Jefferson Fisher offer you ...