Handling Difficult Conversations
10 minutes
Short film
All industries
This short film looks at why certain workplace conversations can be particularly challenging and sets out effective strategies for approaching them.
Description
Difficult conversations come in all shapes and sizes. It might be tackling an employee's poor performance, breaking news of redundancies or dealing with a sensitive personal issue affecting a member of staff - but whatever the issue, being able to approach tricky conversations with confidence is a crucial skill for all leaders and managers.
Features
- Why certain conversations can make us apprehensive
- Common mistakes that we make when having difficult conversations
- The importance of good preparation and knowing the facts
- Key communication skills and why it's essential to listen