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Not many people like having difficult conversations. Yet, the reality is that, as leaders, we must be willing to sit with the difficult feelings involved and engage in hard conversations. From ...

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Delivering bad news is one of the most difficult tasks a leader has to perform. It is uncomfortable and sensitive, and most leaders avoid having difficult conversations and giving bad news. However, ...

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