If tough conversations were easy, we’d all be having them, and they wouldn’t be called tough. They are tough for a reason or sometimes several reasons. However, there are things you can do to make them less tough. For example:
• Agree on a framework for discussion before you need to have the tough conversation.
• Know what you want to say and what the solution might be.
• Manage your emotions.
• Hear the other person.
• Agree on the next actions.
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