Moving Challenging Conversations Forward: Getting Comfortable with Friction
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Wasted time is wasted money, and the core cause of wasted time is poor communication. Conflict is inevitable at every level of interaction, from entry-level employees to C-Suite. Challenge the notion of conflict resolution and reframe effective collaboration as 'getting comfortable with friction.' By standing confidently on your own values and fully understanding the intentions of your colleagues, you will learn to approach discord courageously and increase the likelihood of a positive outcome.
Learning Objectives:
- Apply techniques to navigate friction before it becomes conflict.
- Demonstrate intentional responses to different perspectives.
- Utilize tools for becoming bravely curious when you don't really want to talk about it anymore.
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Hilary Blair
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Hilary Blair, co-founder ARTiculate: Real&Clear, incorporates her professional voice over and performing techniques into a re-framing of executive presence and leadership communication. As a trainer, coach, facilitator and speaker, she sees beyond habits and extensively across the globe with businesses including: AWS, PwC, Maersk, ALCU, Centura Health, Liberty Global, and MD Anderson. Hilary is a CSP™, Certified Speaking Professional, and is certified in Conversational Intelligence™ (CIQ), and CultureTalk. She holds an MFA in acting from the National Theatre Conservatory and a BA from Yale University.
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