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13: Managing up to a micromanager (Roleplay)
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Have you ever had that frustrating experience of working with a boss who keeps criticizing you and micromanaging you? Or, maybe you are a team leader who works with team members that you donât trust that...
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12: When it is time to call it quits
When is it time to call it quits?A question weâve been getting more and more recently is âwhen is it time to call it quitsâ?  And itâs a fair question, because drawing the line in hard conversations is more than just...
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11: Interview by Chris Wong with Mikel Wisler, an award-winning filmmaker and author
In this week's episode, we interview Mikel Wisler, an award-winning filmmaker and author. He is a big fan of science fiction and helping others find meaning through stories (in all forms). In this episode, we talk...
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10: Roleplay: How (not) to speak to someone about breaching your trust
Podcast Summary:
In this rolepay episode of our podcast, we delve into the delicate matter of emotional boundaries and trust within personal and professional relationships. We roleplayed a situation in which Chris...
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9: How to ask good questions (Strategy)
Are questions really that important?  Â
Yes!  Â
In fact, asking good questions may be the single best tool you have to get unstuck in hard conversations. But good, powerful questions are easier said than done.Â
In...
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8: How to use your story to empower others: Interview by Chris Wong with Special Guest Heidi Lee
How to use your story to empower others
In this weekâs podcast episode, we interview a very dear friend, Heidi Lee. Chris has been friends with her for many years, and Heidi has worked for years in the Boston area as...
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7: Roleplay: How (not) to have a cross-department collaboration
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Show Notes for the Podcast Episode:
Have you ever been in a situation where you needed to collaborate on a project with someone outside your department or team?Â
It can be either a mutually enjoyable experience or...
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6: How to deal with someone who gets defensive or angry
In this weekâs podcast, Chris answers the age-old question:
âHow do I deal with a person that gets defensive or gets emotional or angry?â
The good news â there are simple, proven techniques that can help in the...
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5: Interview by Chris Wong with Special Guest Tiffany Teng
Episode Overview:
Have you ever found yourself avoiding tough conversations, whether at work or in personal relationships? Do you want to know how cultural and familial backgrounds shape the way we handle conflicts?...
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4: Roleplay: How (not) to give a constructive feedback (From manager to a team member)
Show Notes:Â How (not) to give constructive feedback.Â
Are you struggling with giving negative feedback to your team members? Join us for this roleplay episode, and take it as an opportunity to review or learn some...
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3: What makes difficult conversations so difficult
Why are difficult conversations so difficult?
In this episode, Chris walks through just what exactly makes difficult conversations so difficult. Because knowing what makes them difficult can help us put in the right...
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2: His Story & Her Story - Why Do They Care About Difficult Conversations So Much?
Why do Lucie and Chris care about difficult conversations so much?
In this episode, Lucie and Chris each share about why they care about this topic and what itâs meant for them to become more comfortable with...
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