From managing conflict resolution in the workplace to navigating differences at home, many issues remain unaddressed and unresolved when you cannot speak clearly, candidly, and truthfully for fear of negative consequences.
Being able to speak with candor – or forthright honesty – is essential for building and maintaining effective leadership and healthy relationships.
On this episode we speak with Charles Causey about his new book Candor: The Secret to Succeeding at Tough Conversations.
Listen in as we discuss how you can succeed in tough conversations through candor without being unloving or overbearing.
On this episode we’ll discuss:
- What candor is and why it’s important
- How timing, character, and love factor into our candid conversations
- Four keys for having tough conversations go well
- How to overcome enemies of candor
- Overcoming a fear of confrontation
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About Our Guest
Charles Causey is a recipient of the Bronze Star for his military service in Iraq. He is the author of several books including Candor: The Secret to Succeeding at Tough Conversations. Married with four children, Charles graduated from the University of Colorado and holds several advanced degrees. He formerly served at the Pentagon as a senior army chaplain for the chief of chaplains in Washington, D.C., and is currently serving as a command chaplain in Honolulu, Hawaii. His website is www.causeybooks.com.