Managing Difficult Conversations Training - Perth

Managing Difficult Conversations Training - Perth

You know that sinking feeling when you need to address something uncomfortable at work but you've been putting it off for weeks? Maybe it's telling a team member their performance isn't cutting it, or having to explain why someone didn't get the promotion they expected. We've all been there - staring at our computer screen, drafting and deleting emails, hoping the problem will somehow resolve itself. Spoiler alert: it won't.

The truth is, most of us never learned how to have these conversations properly. We either avoid them completely until things explode, or we stumble through them making everything worse. But here's what I've discovered after years of training managers and team leaders - difficult conversations don't have to be confrontational disasters. In fact, when you know what you're doing, they can actually strengthen relationships and solve problems faster than you'd think.

This training isn't about becoming some tough-talking boss who crushes people's feelings. It's about learning practical techniques that real people use in real workplaces every day. You'll discover how to prepare for conversations that matter, how to stay calm when emotions run high, and most importantly, how to have discussions that actually lead somewhere positive. We'll cover everything from giving feedback that people can actually hear, to addressing workplace conflicts before they turn into HR nightmares.

What You'll Learn:
- How to plan difficult conversations so you're not winging it in the moment
- Techniques for staying composed when someone gets defensive or emotional
- Ways to frame tough messages so people understand without shutting down
- How to listen actively even when you disagree with what you're hearing
- Strategies for finding common ground when positions seem completely opposite
- Methods for following up after difficult discussions to ensure real change happens
- Tools for managing your own stress and anxiety before and during these conversations

We'll practice with scenarios you actually face - not weird role-plays that make everyone cringe. Think performance issues, budget cuts, workplace conflicts, and those awkward conversations about personal hygiene or inappropriate behavior. You'll leave with a toolkit of phrases that work, techniques you can use immediately, and the confidence to address issues when they're small instead of waiting until they become massive problems.

The Bottom Line:
By the end of this session, you'll have the skills to turn dreaded conversations into productive discussions. You'll know how to prepare effectively, stay professional under pressure, and achieve outcomes that work for everyone involved. Most importantly, you'll stop avoiding the conversations that could make your workplace better. Because when you can handle the tough talks, everything else becomes so much easier. Plus, your team will respect you more for being direct and fair rather than hoping problems disappear on their own.

Ready to stop dodging those conversations and start having them with confidence? Let's make it happen in Perth.

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