Yesterday I had the pleasure of joining my good friend Taylor Desseyn (torc) live on LinkedIn to discuss a heavy topic: how to have the difficult conversations.
I don’t think anyone really likes conflict, but some people are better at navigating conflict than others—mostly because they’re willing to have the conversations that others don’t want to have. This is such a critical component of being a strong leader.
When I say difficult conversation, this can mean anything that makes you or makes the other individual on the receiving end uncomfortable or anxious in some way, including (but definitely not limited to):
Dealing with a performance issue with one of your team members
Dealing with your own performance issues
Asking for a raise
Asking for a promotion
Leaving an organization
Picture yourself handling one of those conversations. Did your hands just start to sweat? You’re in good company!
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