How to Handle Difficult Conversations in Your Workplace | Todd Davis

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Welcome to 'The HR L&D Podcast,' where we dive into transformative ideas in human resources and learning & development. I'm your host, Nick Day. Today, we are joined by Todd Davis, a senior consultant and thought leader at FranklinCovey, who brings over 35 years of experience in HR and talent development.

Todd has been instrumental in developing FranklinCovey's course, 'Navigating Difficult Conversations: Turn Tension Into Progress,' aimed at managing emotional tension and transforming difficult discussions into productive dialogues.

In this episode, Todd will help us understand how to navigate the increasingly frequent difficult conversations in the workplace, exacerbated by layoffs, mergers, and the return to office adjustments.

Key Highlights:

• Navigating Difficult Conversations: Insights into FranklinCovey’s "Navigating Difficult Conversations" course, designed to help leaders manage tough talks with courage and consideration.
• Managing Emotional Tension: Practical strategies for handling emotional tension during challenging conversations to keep them collaborative and productive.
• Building Trust and Respect: Essential tips for fostering trust and respect in the workplace, especially when navigating sensitive topics.
• Impact on Team Effectiveness: How having difficult conversations contributes to building stronger, more effective teams in the workplace.

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