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Aug 2024
15m 56s

How to Handle Bad Apologies

Civility Media
About this episode

Ever received an apology that didn’t feel genuine? How do you react and what do you say?

In this episode, I’m revealing 3 types of bad apologies and how you need to respond.

When you use these 3 strategies to deal with bad apologies, you’ll get the accountability you deserve without making things worse.

You can stand up for yourself and keep the conversation respectful. I’ll teach you how in this episode.

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