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Challenging Conversations

Challenging conversations are part of everyday working life. They can be based on a wide range of topics: poor performance or conduct, complaints, personality clashes, and job insecurity, to name a few.

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	• Training Course: Ready-to-run session • Pick & Mix: Combine topics to build a journey • Customise: Create something custom from scratch.
	Available for groups & individuals
	Durations: 90-minute bite-size or 180-minute workshops
	6-8 hrs on-demand learning

For groups & teams

Live session delivered virtually or in-person. Up to 15 people per programme.

£1500

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03-Sep-26

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