Difficult Conversations

How To Handle Situations With A Confident, Controlled, And Calm Approach

4.35 (212 reviews)
Udemy
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English
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Communications
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instructor
Difficult Conversations
13,784
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30 mins
content
May 2018
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$27.99
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What you will learn

Handle difficult conversations in various scenarios

Understand the circumstances that lead to difficult conversations

Stay calm and confident during challenging conversations

Stay in control when starting these conversations

Develop conversational techniques that get the results

Convey empathy and fully understand your audience

Build rapport in a conversation

Focus on factual statements

Speak confidently and clearly

Use effective tone and body language

Reach an agreement or successful conclusion

Why take this course?

Are you dealing with difficult conversations at work? Are there certain conversations you’re struggling to have with your boss or employee? This course is designed to leave you with the ability to handle these situations with ease. Even if you’re already managing difficult conversations, whether they’re at home, in the office or even amongst friends, this course is for you.

Having difficult conversations isn’t fun, so learn to do it right the first time. With tips from the communication expert Alan Stevens, you’ll learn how to speak without hesitation or doubt, clearly using your body language and tone. You’ll also learn how to handle any challenges that might arise from a conversation while remaining cool and calm.

This course is packed full of practical tips and tricks to help make you a master of managing difficult conversations. You will soon be putting these techniques into practice and handling all of those tough conversations you wish you had addressed before.

Are you negotiating for a promotion with a manager, having to give critical feedback to colleagues, or dealing with performance issues and grappling with interpersonal conflict? No longer will you shy away or feel unprepared for conversations in the workplace. You’ll feel prepared to go through the conflict and come out with constructive results.

These skills will benefit your personal life too. This training gives you the ability to approach conflict with a clear head and a greater understanding of conflict resolution. Do you need to tell your significant other that the relationship isn’t working, or that having kids isn’t on the cards for you? Having difficult conversations like this is stressful but made easier for both parties with the right knowledge.

You will learn how to master the science of controlling and directing discussions. We’ll look at effective ways of diffusing tense situations, controlling your emotions, and using your body language and tone to impact the conversation in meaningful ways.

You’ll learn how to close a conversation with grace, how to dictate clearly, and how to master anxiety through training and hard work. This is your opportunity to become a calm, determined individual who can handle difficult conversations with ease!


Testimonial

“Alan, most of the time it is hard to get honest replies from people about the content of my communication, and how I can become better at what I do. Thank you very much for your professional advice and help – I really appreciate it.” – Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson, The UK’s most successful Paralympic athlete.

Content

Difficult Conversations

Why Are Some Conversations Difficult?
Preparation
Set-Up and Room Layout
How to Start the Conversation
Active Listening and Responding
Ask Open and Supportive Questions
Focus on Facts, Not Personalities
Use of Tone and Body Language
Exploring Alternative Solutions
Handling Challenge
How to Close a Difficult Conversation

Conclusions

Summary - What We’ve Covered
Thank You and Next Steps

BONUS SECTION: Perfect Pitching

Being Concise
Solving their Problem

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Our review

--- ### **Course Review** #### **Overview** The course on mastering difficult conversations has received a global rating of **4.35**, with all recent reviews reflecting a range of opinions and suggestions for improvement. The course is clearly well-received for its fundamental principles and practical advice, provided by an experienced expert. However, some areas for enhancement have been consistently mentioned across the reviews. #### **Pros** - **Expertise**: The instructor is knowledgeable about the subject matter and delivers clear explanations of key concepts. - **Practical Advice**: Participants find the advice immediately applicable to their personal and professional lives. - **Bonus Content**: The additional section on pitching, particularly helpful for presentations or convincing in challenging situations, is highly appreciated. - **Engaging Presentation**: The course is well presented, making complex topics easy to understand. - **Inspirational**: The content and the instructor's approach inspire students to apply new techniques in their daily lives. #### **Cons** - **Pace of Content**: Some users feel that the content is covered too quickly, which can make it difficult to absorb all the information. - **Visual Aids**: The absence of visual summaries or key points visualization at the end of each section is noted as a missing element that could enhance learning. - **Role Play and Examples**: There is a need for more role play scenarios and real-life examples to reinforce the principles taught. - **Diverse Scenarios**: Users have requested additional examples outside of corporate life, including family dynamics and personal relationships. - **Pronunciation and Pace**: The instructor's fast speaking pace and clear but challenging accent for non-native English speakers are mentioned as areas that could be improved. - **Course Length**: Some users are of the opinion that 30 minutes is not enough time to cover the topic comprehensively. - **Practice Opportunities**: The inclusion of practice conversations within the course would greatly improve understanding and retention of the material. #### **Additional Feedback** - **Course Title**: A suggestion to change the title from "Masterclass" to better reflect the introductory nature of the course could lead to a five-star rating. - **Content Delivery**: The content delivery is praised for its ease and clarity, with some users recommending slower pacing for better comprehension. - **Comprehensive Examples**: Users have emphasized that more in-depth examples and resources would make the course more suitable for those seeking a deeper understanding. #### **Conclusion** The course on mastering difficult conversations is a valuable resource that offers clear and practical advice. While it has received high praise for its content, there are opportunities for improvement in terms of presentation style, pacing, and the inclusion of additional examples and practice exercises. The feedback from users will undoubtedly help in refining the course to meet a broader range of learning preferences and needs. --- **Note**: This review synthesizes the feedback from various students who have taken the course. It reflects the general sentiment and suggests areas where the course can be improved based on student experiences and expectations.

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