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Whether they’re giving tough feedback, addressing conflict or navigating sensitive issues with stakeholders, a leader's job ...

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arises when raising difficult topics. This universal challenge affects professional settings, personal relationships, and social interactions alike, creating barriers to effective communication when ...

Many people find it difficult to discuss diversity, social justice, and political topics in classrooms and other forums. This sentiment is rising, as reported by a Pew Research Center survey where six ...