Course Outline
Introduction
- Why difficult conversations are avoided
- The cost of misalignment and unspoken tension
- Conversation vs confrontation
- The leadership mindset required for candour
- Understanding psychological safety
The Anatomy of a Difficult Conversation
- Common conversation breakdown patterns
- Emotional triggers and reactivity
- Power dynamics and role clarity
- The difference between intention and impact
Structuring the Conversation
- Clarifying the real objective
- Preparing the conversation framework
- Opening strongly and setting context
- Naming expectations clearly
- Moving from problem to agreement
Managing Emotion and Resistance
- Recognizing defensiveness
- Responding without escalating
- Staying grounded under pressure
- De-escalation strategies
- Rebuilding trust when conversations derail
Accountability and Follow-Through
- Setting clear behavioural expectations
- Defining ownership and timelines
- Documenting agreements
- Following up without micromanaging
Practice Lab
- Role-play exercises
- Peer feedback
- Hot-seat Coaching debriefs
- Application to real workplace scenarios
Summary and Next Steps
- Common pitfalls to avoid
- Personal action plan
- Embedding courageous conversations into leadership practice
Requirements
- An understanding of basic leadership principles
- Experience managing or leading teams
- Prior experience participating in team meetings or performance discussions
Audience
- Managers and team leads
- HR and People & Culture professionals
- Senior leaders and executives
- Project and program managers
- Anyone responsible for leading conversations that influence performance or direction
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- Customized Content: We adapt the syllabus and practical exercises to the real goals and needs of your project.
- Flexible Schedule: Dates and times adapted to your team's agenda.
- Format: Online (live), In-company (at your offices), or Hybrid.
Price per private group, online live training, starting from 1600 € + VAT*
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Testimonials (4)
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Jochen Jung - Bachem
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Jubilee Petil - Accenture Inc.
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I generally was benefit from the interaction and flexibility.