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The Power of Preparing for Conversations
Mentally preparing for a conversation by thinking about desired outcomes and topics beforehand can enhance the quality of the conversation and reduce conflicts. Taking a few seconds to jot down goals and topics before a meeting can lead to significant improvements in communication and understanding. This preparation method has been proven to decrease conflict incidents by 80% in certain cases. Creating a list of discussion points or topics can lead to deeper and more meaningful conversations, as demonstrated by an experiment at Harvard Business School. Having a prepared list of topics can reduce anxiety, improve the flow of conversation, and lead to better outcomes, even if not all topics are discussed during the interaction.