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Scripts for difficult conversations: Giving hard feedback, navigating defensiveness, the three questions you should end every meeting with, more | Alisa Cohn (executive coach)

Lenny's Podcast: Product | Growth | Career

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Navigating Difficult Feedback Conversations

This chapter explores strategies for managing challenging feedback conversations, particularly when emotions run high and recipients become defensive. It provides practical scripts and emphasizes the need for empathy, clear communication, and maintaining a constructive dialogue. Key techniques are presented for addressing issues like missed promotions and performance expectations, ultimately fostering trust and resilience within professional relationships.

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