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Jul 2022
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EP203 Encore - “We Need to Talk.” Direct...

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Have you ever avoided talking to a co-worker who is not performing up to expectations, or put off telling a client you can’t take their case just because you don’t want to have that uncomfortable conversation? How you set expectations can make difficult discussions more productive and less personal. Amy, Liz, Erica, and Elizabeth share their experiences with difficult discussions and offer constructive tips that may help make putting on your big girl pants a little easier.

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