If You Can’t Handle Tough Conversations, You’re Not Cut Out to Be a Leader. We fear difficult conversations because they are uncomfortable and hurt feelings. But difficult conversations are a great way to understand the other person’s point of view. They can also open your mind and make necessary improvements. Open-mindedness is like oil in the wheel of leadership – it shows respect towards others’ differences. When you are open to difficult conversations, you accept that you played a part in causing the issue. The more difficult conversations you have, the better you get at having them.

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