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Schedule The Talk
- Prep the person by scheduling a time and telling them you need to talk so you don't ambush them.
- That gives them mental space to listen and makes the conversation more productive.
Be Direct And Keep It Simple
- Be direct and avoid excessive compliments before delivering hard news; treat people like adults.
- If nervous, write and then simplify your message until it's clear and concise.
Focus On Actions, Not Character
- Focus on specific actions and facts instead of attacking character or making generalizations.
- Describe what happened and the concrete impact it caused to keep the conversation constructive.