The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations
Episodes
21: Strategy - What NOT to say, part 2
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Even more things NOT to say in hard conversations In this strategy episode, Chris walks through 12 instinctual communication habits that almost all of...
20: How to find confidence in being your authentic self. Interview with Andrea Horton-Meriçli
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to grow up in different cultural settings? How do you find your own voice and find the confidence to be yourself? In this episode, C...
19: Managing Up Roleplay - Career Conversation with Avoidant Boss
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever found yourself in a sticky situation with your boss or a colleague where you just couldn't express your needs effectively? 🤔 Tune into our lat...
18: What NOT to say, Part 1
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Communication is really hard; good dialogue is even harder. The essence of good communication and good dialog is being able to say what you wan...
17: Interview with Jack Skeels on His Leadership Journey
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone’s leadership journey is different, but have you ever: - Been told you were not a good ...
16: Talking to a stubborn parent who needs living assistance (Roleplay)
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking episode, hosts Chris Wong and Lucie Tesarova delve into the complexities of navigating emotionally charged discussions withi...
15: Advanced Listening Skills
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There is no shortage of seminars, books, and trainings out there that focus on active listening skills. But even if you get good at them, what a...
14: How Knowing Different Personality Styles Can Help You in Your Conversations (Lucie Tesarova with Steven Farber)
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features Steven Farber discussing with Lucie Tesarova the critical role of communication in solving workplace issues and improving p...
13: Managing up to a micromanager (Roleplay)
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summary: Have you ever had that frustrating experience of working with a boss who keeps criticizing you and micromanaging you? Or, maybe yo...
12: When it is time to call it quits
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When is it time to call it quits?A question we’ve been getting more and more recently is “when i...
11: Interview by Chris Wong with Mikel Wisler, an award-winning filmmaker and author
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we interview Mikel Wisler, an award-winning filmmaker and author. He is a big fan of science fiction and helping others ...
10: Roleplay: How (not) to speak to someone about breaching your trust
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast Summary: In this rolepay episode of our podcast, we delve into the delicate matter of emotional boundaries and trust within personal and ...
9: How to ask good questions (Strategy)
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are questions really that important? Yes! In fact, asking good questions may be the single best tool you have to...
8: How to use your story to empower others: Interview by Chris Wong with Special Guest Heidi Lee
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How to use your story to empower others In this week’s podcast episode, we interview a very dear friend, Heidi Lee. Chris has been friends...
7: Roleplay: How (not) to have a cross-department collaboration
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes for the Podcast Episode: Have you ever been in a situation where you needed to collaborate on a project with someone outside your de...
6: How to deal with someone who gets defensive or angry
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s podcast, Chris answers the age-old question: “How do I deal with a person that gets defensive or gets emotional or angry?” The go...
5: Interview by Chris Wong with Special Guest Tiffany Teng
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Overview: Have you ever found yourself avoiding tough conversations, whether at work or in personal relationships? Do you want to know how&nbs...
4: Roleplay: How (not) to give a constructive feedback (From manager to a team member)
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes: How (not) to give constructive feedback. Are you struggling with giving negative feedback to your team members? Join us for thi...
3: What makes difficult conversations so difficult
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why are difficult conversations so difficult? In this episode, Chris walks through just what exactly makes difficult conversations so difficult. ...
2: His Story & Her Story - Why Do They Care About Difficult Conversations So Much?
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why do Lucie and Chris care about difficult conversations so much? In this episode, Lucie and Chris each share about why they care about this topic an...
1: How to handle hard family conversations during the holidays
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How to handle stressful conversations with family during the holidays? In this special holiday episode, we delve into the art of navigating challengi...
Welcome to the Podcast!
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you love having difficult conversations? Chances are not so much!? Maybe you even hate having them? We get it! We didn't love them either! But we ...