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Episode 20 - Compilation Episode - Difficult Conversations At Work
How do you deal with tough communication situations at work? Be it when someone keeps interrupting you when you speak, when your team member keeps going off on a tangent or when you as a leader need to implement a...
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5 Steps to Giving Effective Feedback
In this episode of The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations, hosts Chris Wong and Lucie Tesarova dive deep into the art of delivering feedback that gets results. Whether you're a leader, manager, or HR...
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How to Be Present, Communicate, and Thrive in the Digital Age
Have you been struggling to feel fulfilled in life?
In this week’s episode, Chris and Lucie welcome high-performance expert Purdeep Sangha to discuss the critical link between communication, well-being, and achieving...
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How to Handle Underperformers Asking for Promotions
Ever faced the tricky scenario of an underperforming team member asking for a promotion? In this episode of The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations, we dive into this complex workplace challenge. Join Chris...
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Mastering the Art of Open and Honest Communication
Are you being the “real you” in conversations?
Not many people would disagree that productive conversations mean both sides being open and honest.
Easier said than done.
How do you create an environment where the...
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How to deal with a high performer who got promoted and is now slacking
What To Do When a High Performer Slacks After a Promotion?
Today’s episode is a deep dive into the complexities of leadership. Chris and Lucie tackle a challenging scenario where a top performer begins to drop the...
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Family Conversations That Can Change Your Life - Interview with Becky Ellis
Whether you’re interested in understanding family dynamics, navigating generational trauma, or fostering connection through meaningful conversations, this episode offers powerful insights and practical...
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Navigating Holiday Decisions: Whose Family Do We Spend It With? #difficultconversations
Navigating Holiday Decisions: Whose Family Do We Spend It With?
In today’s episode, Chris and Lucie dive into a common holiday dilemma many couples face: deciding whose family to spend holidays with. They explore the...
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Is there a such thing as too much communication?
We love communication here at the Art and Science of Difficult Conversations. In fact, that’s our tagline, “Communicate better, live better”. But in the pursuit of more open and transparent communication, does the...
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Managing High Performers Who Struggle with Team Dynamics: A High-Stakes Conversation
In this episode, we discuss how to handle situations where a high-performing employee or leader is creating interpersonal challenges in the workplace. Whether you're a manager, team member, or leader, dealing with...
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How to Handle Marital Issues
What can you say if your wife wants a separation? Or a divorce?
 If you’re like most men, you’ll feel blindsided and/or you’ll immediately try to figure out how to solve this problem. Unfortunately, that’s actually...
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How to deal with interruptions
In this episode, Chris and Lucie discuss what to do when someone keeps interrupting you while you speak, or, when you are the one who keeps interrupting others and want to stop :)
Key Takeaways:
Reasons for...
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