Your Guide for Difficult Conversations

In this episode of The Winning Season podcast host, Jacqueline Twillie walks through 8 factors for difficult conversations. Difficult conversations can be a stress point and very emotional. By keeping these factors in mind, you'll be able to navigate difficult conversations with greater ease.

THE POINTS DISCUSSED IN TODAY'S EPISODE ARE

• Determine What You Want To Accomplish
  
• Understand What The Other Party Wants To Achieve From The Conversation
  
• Do Not Solely Focus On What You Want To Discuss Shared Areas Of Agreement
  
• Ask Open-ended Questions To Deepen Your Insights
  
• Avoid Making Assumptions
  
• Clarify Discussion Points By Asking Conversational Questions
  
• Take A Break When The Conversation Gets Heated
  
• Do Not Sweep Issues Under The Rug
  

Suggested books to read with this episode

The Fear Fighter Manual by Luvvie Ajayi Jones https://amzn.to/34TzLDp

Don't Leave Money On The Table: Negotiation Strategies for Women Leaders in Male-Dominated Industries by Twillie, Jacqueline https://amzn.to/3ikAPrT (opens in a new tab)

Navigating the Career Jungle: A Guide for Young Professionals by Twillie MBA, Jacqueline https://amzn.to/3g16Hjq (opens in a new tab)