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These Are the 10 Most Difficult Conversations to Have in the Workplace — And How to Handle Them

It's tempting to put hard discussions off, but procrastinating can make things worse.

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Sometimes, navigating the workplace requires hard conversations — whether it's asking for a raise, delivering bad news or owning a mistake.

It can be tempting to put off those difficult discussions, and many people do. A survey from VitalSmarts revealed that more than 80% of workers are hiding from at least one uncomfortable conversation.

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