Difficult Conversation Preparation Guide
By Kai · Published · Updated
Prepare for and script a challenging personal or professional conversation.
Tags: communication, business, difficult
Prompt template
## Introduction Prepare thoroughly for a difficult conversation so you can approach it with clarity and confidence. ## Conversation Context - Relationship to the Other Person: [dropdown: Manager, Direct report, Colleague, Client, Friend, Family member, Partner, Neighbour] - Topic of the Difficult Conversation: [dropdown: Performance issue, Salary negotiation, Conflict resolution, Ending a relationship, Delivering bad news, Asking for help, Setting a boundary, Addressing dishonesty, Other] - Your Goal in this Conversation: [textarea: What outcome do you want?] - Your Biggest Fear about this Conversation: [textarea: What are you most worried about?] ## Preparation Output [multi: Clarify my intention and desired outcome, Opening statement script, Key points to cover, How to respond if they get defensive, How to respond if they cry or get angry, What to do if conversation stalls, My non-negotiables vs. areas of flexibility, Closing the conversation professionally] ## Communication Style - Approach: [dropdown: Direct and assertive, Empathetic and collaborative, Formal and structured, Firm but kind]