Difficult Conversations (Part 2)

Last time we covered the first 4 out of 6 principles I recommend considering when dealing with any kind of difficult conversations. Check them out before reading this follow-up.
It's nice to meet you - my name is Vidmantas Kabošis. I'm a Director of Engineering, curious about the human side of engineering leadership. Based in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Last time we covered the first 4 out of 6 principles I recommend considering when dealing with any kind of difficult conversations. Check them out before reading this follow-up.
Many great books have been written about difficult conversations, but I’d like to revisit this topic with you, my readers. With a twist of my own experience, I hope you’ll leave with actionable advice to handle these conversations better —...
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