Vice President of Development and Delivery Emily Gregory shares a tip for starting a crucial conversation when you feel nervous.
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Talking Politics in Education: Tips for Educators (and Everyone Else)
November 12, 2020
Q. As a school administrator, I am preparing for the emotional post-election conversations that our staff and students are expecting in the days ahead. As opportunities arise to discuss the outcomes, teachers are looking for guidance on the best ways to model mature and responsible behavior for one another and […]
How to Talk Politics: What NOT to Say
October 28, 2020Justin Hale, a Master Trainer in Crucial Conversations, says there a few phrases to avoid when discussing politics – they only illicit defensiveness and pushback.
The One Thing You Shouldn’t Say When Talking Politics
October 23, 2020Justin Hale, a Master Trainer in Crucial Conversations, says there are a few phrases to avoid when discussing politics – they only elicit defensiveness and pushback.
How to Respond to Racism in the Workplace
October 19, 2020Joseph Grenny, coauthor of Crucial Conversations, shares tips for navigating racial bias in the workplace using facts, curiosity and humility.
Fighting Racism Authentically
September 14, 2020VitalSmarts Master Trainer Maria Moss talks about finding authentic ways to fight racism.
How to Disagree About Politics And Still Stay Friends
September 11, 2020Joseph Grenny, coauthor of Crucial Conversations, shares a tip to talk with someone who has opposite political views from you. Turns out, with the right frame of mind, it’s possible to disagree and still stay friends.
How to Manage Intentional Bias
September 8, 2020VitalSmarts Master Trainer Maria Moss shares a tip for managing intentionally biased comments through active listening and constructive engagement.