So, Now You Have to Break the News
The split is imminent. You know it. The longer you let it go without discussing it with your partner, the more awkward it feels. You have to start the conversation. Many of us were taught to take difficult conversations head on, be clear and concise, stand our ground. As we grow into our interest based negotiation strategies, however, standing our ground starts to sound counter-productive. Recently, the Wall Street Journal considered a new spin on difficult conversations. In a June 14, 2020 article, Elizabeth Bernstein reported advice on difficult conversations. Specifically, Ms. Bernstein interviewed Christopher Voss, a former hostage negotiator for the FBI and CEO and founder of Black Swan Group,...