CONCLUSION

We’ve covered a lot in this book. So as we conclude, let’s take a brisk walk back through the essentials of conducting a Truth Talk.

THE EIGHT STEPS TO A TRUTH TALK

The eight steps to a Truth Talk are as follows:

image   Step 1: Understand the Truth-Killers (or Why We Resist the Truth)

image   Step 2: Focus on the Facts

image   Step 3: Take Their Perspective

   Step 4: Set Your Goals

   Step 5: Start a Conversation, Not a Confrontation

   Step 6: Create ...

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