196 — Having savvy conversations
Episode 196 of the The Mindtools L&D Podcast podcast, hosted by Emerald Works Ltd, titled "196 — Having savvy conversations" was published on May 26, 2020 and runs 42 minutes.
May 26, 2020 ·42m · The Mindtools L&D Podcast
Episode Description
Conversations are at the heart of everything we do: whether it's dealing with customers, managing team members or influencing our leaders.
This week on The Good Practice Podcast, Sarah Harvey - author of Savvy Conversations - joins Ross G and Owen to discuss how thinking purposefully about our approach to conversations can lead to better outcomes.
We discuss:
- Sarah's tools for approaching a conversation
- The difference between 'manipulation' and 'influence'
- The impact that an increase in digital communication has had on our relationships.
Show notes
Find out more about Sarah, and the book, at: savvyconversations.co.uk
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If you'd like to share your thoughts on this episode, connect with our speakers on Twitter:
- Ross Garner @RossGarnerEW
- Owen Ferguson @OwenFerguson
- Sarah Harvey @SavvySarahSPM
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