Having Hard Conversations

<p><strong><em>Speak with clarity confidence and courage!</em></strong></p><p>Many educators struggle with discussing difficult issues with colleagues. This insightful book helps readers effectively lead challenging conversations with supervisees peers and supervisors. Emphasizing initiative and preparation as keys to a successful conversation the author’s step-by-step approach provides:</p><ul> <li>Thought-provoking questions and first-person accounts that help build communications skills</li> <li>Advice on overcoming personal hesitation about expressing concerns</li> <li>Guidance on goal setting and choosing the best “what-where-and-when” for a productive discussion</li> <li>Sample scripts and other interactive tools to help educators prepare for the conversation and achieve positive outcomes</li></ul>