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The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations
When we communicate better, we lead better, perform better, build better relationships, and ultimately live better. Ready to learn? Join us to learn how to handle difficult conversations with the people in your professional life. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. Want to be a guest on our podcast? Let us know! https://bit.ly/3z4Sn5w
Episodes
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsWhere do things stand after 2 years?
Summary: In this episode, Chris and Lucie do their annual round up and reflect on season 2 of their podcast. They discuss listener engagement, popular…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsThe Hard Conversations Business Owners NEED to be having
What are the hard conversations business owners are avoiding? This week, Chris and Lucie interview Nicky Billou, a bestselling author and entrepreneur, to talk…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsNavigating Conflict: Healthy Communication Strategies for Couples
In this week’s episode, Chris flies solo without Lucie and interviews Heather Garbutt to discuss the intricacies of difficult conversations in relationships…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsWhy is talking about sex so uncomfortable? (with Jannine MacKinnon)
In this episode, Chris and Lucie talk with Jannine MacKinnon, a certified sex, love, and relationship coach, to explore the complexities of difficult…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations42: Application is power. Not knowledge any more.
How much "knowledge" and information do you daily consume, but don't apply? Join us for a reflection & celebration episode, where Chris and Lucie reflect on…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHelping Veterans with PTSD: Understanding Their Unique Challenges (with Ryan Casavant)
What does it really take to transition from military life back into the civilian world—and how do you talk about the trauma that comes with it? And equally…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsKnock. Smile. Connect. — Lessons from Sales and Life with Jamaal Mullings
Our podcast conversations are not scripted; we go with the flow. And in this episode, even though we started about managing a large group of people, and how to…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsNavigating Modern Dating: Insights from an Expert (Whitney Kobrin)
- In this episode, Chris Wong and Lucie Tesarova interview Whitney Kobrin, a dating and relationship expert, to explore the evolution of dating, the impact of…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsIs HR your friend or ... your enemy? With Amy Pagett
How do you see HR? Is it your friend in the business or your enemy? Join us for a conversation with Amy Pagett on navigating difficult conversations in HR. We…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsPreventing Suicide: How to Help Someone in Crisis (with Kacy Maitland)
Summary: Trigger Warning: Suicide How do you actually talk to someone who’s feeling suicidal? This week, Lucie and Chris talk to Kacy Maitland, Chief Clinical…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHealing Journey: Finding Support after Suicide and Trauma (with Paula)
Summary Trigger Warning: Suicide, Sexual Abuse If you want someone to talk to, you can always call or text 988 This week, Lucie and Chris get personal and dive…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsThe Courage to Communicate: Insights from Tina Englisch
Are you afraid to make the wrong decision or to say the wrong thing and you end up not changing and procrastinating? Are doubts holding you back from living…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHow to empower others to be accountable and take ownership
Do you get frustrated when your team members don't seem to take ownership of their work and the results that they should be producing? You are not alone. Many…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsOn Leadership with Dr. Tenia Davis
Join us today for a conversation with Dr. Tenia Davis about leadership, the misconceptions around servant leadership, and how to lead in a way that delivers…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsOn building trust, relationships and asking for money - with Rick Peck
On building trust, relationships, and asking for money - with Rick Peck How do you build trust and relationships with people and how do you have the difficult…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsNavigating Respect & Communication Across Generations & Cultures
Episode Title: Navigating Respect & Communication Across Generations 🎙️ Hosts: Chris Wong – Owner of Leadership Potential, helping nonprofit and mission-driven…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHow Emotional Intelligence can transform your Leadership (with Dr. Rick Fearnbaugh)
Can a military veteran learn how to be a more emotionally intelligent leader? Rick Fearnbaugh is proof that it’s possible. Coming from a world of Marine Corps…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHow leaders can cultivate psychological safety
Summary: Is psychological safety still a thing? YES, absolutely! But talking about it doesn’t make it any easier to get right. Culture and safety are hard to…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHow to Communicate Layoffs Compassionately and Ethically (Summer Miller)
Is it possible to conduct layoffs in a way that’s respectful and compassionate? According to Summer, there definitely is. In this week’s episode, Lucie and…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHow to confidently set boundaries (with Becky Upchurch)
Why are boundaries so hard to set? Even better question – why are boundaries so hard to keep? On this week’s episode, Lucie and Chris welcome Becky Upchurch, a…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHow to talk to your partner about their unhealthy eating
Ever wanted your partner to change? Maybe they have an unhealthy habit that makes you worried about their wellbeing? If so, join us for this episode of the Art…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsConnect and Lead More Effectively with Randy Wheeler
Join us today for a conversation with Randy Wheeler, where we discuss how understanding different personality and working styles can help us not only…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHow to find the courage to talk about family trauma - Interview with Keeper Catran-Whitney
SUMMARY: **Trigger Warning: Discussion of trauma, sexual abuse** What happens when you learn a family member has been experiencing sexual abuse? What do you do…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHow to handle a peer stealing credit for your work
Have you ever dealt with a situation when you worked really hard and came up with a great idea, only to find out your peer presented the same idea as theirs…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsGiving feedback, asking for a raise, dealing with someone defensive or upset (Episode 23)
Join us for this last mid-season compilation episode! You will hear three segments today: Five elements of giving effective feedback How to ask for a raise How…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsCompilation Episode 22: interviews with 3 experts on communication and bonus challenge question
In this compilation episode, we picked 3 experts to share with you and a bonus mini-communication challenge question that you can ask yourself and your loved…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsEpisode 21 - Compilation Episode - Difficult Conversations with Family
Holidays are the special time of the year when we get together with our loved ones to celebrate. Yet sometimes, holidays may be a time of increased stress with…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsEpisode 20 - Compilation Episode - Difficult Conversations At Work
How do you deal with tough communication situations at work? Be it when someone keeps interrupting you when you speak, when your team member keeps going off on…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations5 Steps to Giving Effective Feedback
In this episode of The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations, hosts Chris Wong and Lucie Tesarova dive deep into the art of delivering feedback that gets…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHow to Be Present, Communicate, and Thrive in the Digital Age
Have you been struggling to feel fulfilled in life? In this week’s episode, Chris and Lucie welcome high-performance expert Purdeep Sangha to discuss the…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHow to Handle Underperformers Asking for Promotions
Ever faced the tricky scenario of an underperforming team member asking for a promotion? In this episode of The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations, we…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsMastering the Art of Open and Honest Communication - Interview with Grace Gavin
Are you being the “real you” in conversations? Not many people would disagree that productive conversations mean both sides being open and honest. Easier said…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHow to deal with a high performer who got promoted and is now slacking
What To Do When a High Performer Slacks After a Promotion? Today’s episode is a deep dive into the complexities of leadership. Chris and Lucie tackle a…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsFamily Conversations That Can Change Your Life - Interview with Becky Ellis
Whether you’re interested in understanding family dynamics, navigating generational trauma, or fostering connection through meaningful conversations, this…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsNavigating Holiday Decisions: Whose Family Do We Spend It With? #difficultconversations
Navigating Holiday Decisions: Whose Family Do We Spend It With? In today’s episode, Chris and Lucie dive into a common holiday dilemma many couples face…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsIs there a such thing as too much communication?
We love communication here at the Art and Science of Difficult Conversations. In fact, that’s our tagline, “Communicate better, live better”. But in the…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsManaging High Performers Who Struggle with Team Dynamics: A High-Stakes Conversation
In this episode, we discuss how to handle situations where a high-performing employee or leader is creating interpersonal challenges in the workplace. Whether…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHelping Husbands Get Through Marital Issues - Interview with Randy Pryor
What can you say if your wife wants a separation? Or a divorce? If you’re like most men, you’ll feel blindsided and/or you’ll immediately try to figure out how…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsHow to deal with interruptions
In this episode, Chris and Lucie discuss what to do when someone keeps interrupting you while you speak, or, when you are the one who keeps interrupting others…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsS2E8 How to talk about politics at work
Navigating Political Conversations at Work Politics can seem super divisive. And really, how do we talk about it in the workplace? In this episode, We talk…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsS2E7 How to deal with a parent that bad-mouths your partner
Setting boundaries with our family members might be the most difficult thing for many of us, yet not doing so might be very detrimental to our well-being and…
The Art and Science of Difficult ConversationsS2/E06: How to trust our instinct - Interview with Emily Aarons
Sometimes, the hardest conversations we need are with ourselves. Mainly, how do we find confidence in what we’re doing, even in the face of adversity? And more…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations05 How to Deal with Employees Resisting Change
In this episode of "The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations," hosts Chris Wong and Lucie Tesarova dive deep into the complex issue of managing…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations04: How to talk about Money and Death
Summary: You know what’s hard? Talking about money with your partner or family. You know what’s even harder? Talking about money and estate planning and death…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations03: How to Deal with People Who Go Off on Tangents - strategy and roleplay
In this episode of "The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations," Chris and Lucie tackle a common challenge in both professional and personal settings…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations02: Finding the courage to speak up in high stakes meetings
Title: Finding the courage to speak up in high stakes meetings Summary: Conflict in high stakes meetings is inevitable. Whether it's a board meeting, a…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations01: How to Negotiate a Raise - the Do's and Don'ts
The Do’s and Don’ts of negotiating a raise Summary: Being paid fairly for your work is always a hot topic issue. In fact, if you’ve been at your company for…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations34: Personal Conversations Roleplays - Compilation of Season 1
Join us for another compilation episode! This time, we put together Season One's most popular roleplay episodes of personal relationship scenarios. Enjoy! Do…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations33: Compilation of professional relationship scenarios (Roleplays)
Join us for another compilation episode! This time, we put together Season one's most popular roleplay episodes of professional relationship scenarios. Enjoy!…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations32: Special Compilation Episode: Most Popular Interviews
Today, we're doing something a little different. Over the past few months, we've had some amazing guests share their wisdom, personal stories, and strategies…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations31: Compillation Episode - Strategies for Difficult Conversations
Join us for the Season 1 Compilation Episode, focusing on several strategies that can make your difficult conversations better and more effective. Do you have…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations30: Wrapping Up Season One: Reflections and Future Plans
Join us for the final episode of season one of our podcast! Thank you for joining us on this journey, for all your comments and support, and for your curiosity…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations29 How Authenticity Can Give You Courage to Speak Up
In this episode, we sit down with Aries Yeo, a former banking executive turned leadership coach, to discuss how her cultural background and upbringing make it…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations28: How to Ask Your Partner to Keep the Place Clean (Roleplay)
Join us this week to explore how to talk with your partner (spouse) about household chores and responsibilities. In this episode, Chris Wong and Lucie Tesarova…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations27: How to Validate Others to Make your Communication More Effective & Relationships Stronger
Summary: In this episode, Lucie explores the transformative power of validation in communication. Learn how validation can break the cycle of miscommunication…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations26: Don't have difficult conversations unless you do this - Interview with Relationship Coach Tahi Matejko
In this episode of the Art and Science of Difficult Conversations, we have a special guest, a performance and relationship coach, Tahi Matejko. In this…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations25: How to deal with a guilt-tripping friend (Roleplay)
🎙️ Navigating Difficult Conversations: Setting Boundaries with Empathy 🎙️ In our latest podcast episode, Lucie and Chris dove deep into a scenario many of us…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations24: On Guilt-Tripping and How to Deal With It
In this episode of the "Art and Science of Difficult Conversations" podcast, we tackle the challenging topic of setting boundaries around guilt-tripping. Lucie…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations23: Talking about body image - Interview with Laura Conley
How do we have conversations about body image? Especially in a culture where a high premium is placed on how we look and how much we weigh, it’s hard to find…
The Art and Science of Difficult Conversations22: How to Deal with Staff Member Pushing Back on Delegation (Roleplay)
Episode Overview: In this role-play episode, Lucie and Chris delve into a common workplace challenge: managing delegation effectively, especially when team…