Radical Candor: Communication at Work
How to TALK So People Actually Listen with Dr. Alison Wood Brooks 7 | 12
Mar 19, 2025
Join Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, a Harvard Business School professor and author, as she unpacks the secrets to effective conversation. Discover the TALK framework—Topics, Asking, Levity, and Kindness—essential for captivating your audience. Learn how to conquer small talk struggles, enhance feedback mechanisms, and navigate group dynamics in meetings. With science-backed strategies, Alison helps you transform awkward exchanges into meaningful connections, leaving you feeling more confident in every interaction.
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- Effective communication relies on the TALK framework, emphasizing Topics, Asking, Levity, and Kindness to enhance conversational skills.
- Conversations can induce anxiety due to unpredictability, so embracing this shared discomfort fosters confidence in interpersonal exchanges.
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