In this episode of the Sticky From The Inside podcast, host Andy Goram dives into the topic of Courageous Inquiry and the importance of having difficult conversations with guest Toni Jennings. Toni, a leadership expert, with 30 years' of leadership experience in the tough world of Pharma sales, shares her insights on effective communication and how approaching conversations with authenticity, curiosity, and bravery can lead to far more meaningful outcomes.
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Key Takeaways- See how bravery is the key to having difficult yet productive conversations.
- Learn how to cultivate trust effectively through a newfound sense of curiosity.
- Get over the underlying fears that may prevent you from asking the tough questions.
- Recognise the role that language and language barriers play in effective communication.
- Discover the transformative power of asking better questions with clearer intentions.
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Key MomentsThe key moments in this episode are: 00:00:10 - Introduction to Sticky From the Inside, 00:01:11 - Setting the context for today's conversation 00:03:02 - Importance of Courageous Inquiry 00:06:11 - Toni's Background and Current Focus 00:08:00 - Curiosity and Trust 00:10:09 - Toni's Language Epiphany 00:17:37 - The Importance of Healthy Conflict 00:19:15 - Challenges Faced by Different Generations 00:23:42 - Building Trust and Setting Intentions 00:29:14 - Framework for Courageous Inquiry 00:34:46 - The Importance of Authenticity 00:35:57 - Managing Emotions in Difficult Conversations 00:39:29 - Leading Conversations with Authority 00:41:33 - Be Brave and Authentic 00:43:23 - Sticky Note Wisdom
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