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Difficult Conversations at Work: The Leadership Skills Most People Avoid
30 minutes Posted May 18, 2026 at 7:00 am.
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Why do so many leaders avoid difficult conversations and what’s the impact when they do?


In this episode, Bernice and Alex explore the psychology behind difficult conversations at work and why conflict, feedback, and challenge can feel so uncomfortable for leaders and teams. 


The episode explores concepts such as obnoxious aggression, ruinous empathy, manipulative insincerity, and radical candor, using frameworks including Radical Candor by Kim Scott.


If you’re a leader, manager, or professional looking to improve communication, deliver feedback more effectively, and build healthier team dynamics, this episode offers practical insights you can apply immediately.


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