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Difficult conversations are rarely easy! But with the right preparation, they can be constructive, respectful and far more effective.
Our Preparing for a Difficult Conversation at Work checklist is a free practical resource designed to help managers and business leaders plan challenging workplace conversations with confidence. Whether you're discussing performance, attendance, behaviour, wellbeing or another sensitive topic, this simple framework helps you organise your thoughts before the meeting and approach the conversation with clarity.
Rather than reacting in the moment, this checklist encourages you to consider the purpose of the discussion, the facts you need, the outcome you're hoping to achieve and how you'll support the employee afterwards.
A structured conversation planning checklist
Prompts to clarify the purpose of the meeting
Space to gather facts and evidence
Guidance on considering the employee's perspective
Tips for planning your key messages and questions
Actions and follow-up planning
Ideal for managers, team leaders and business owners, this resource helps you approach difficult conversations professionally, fairly and with confidence.
Download your free checklist today and feel better prepared for your next workplace conversation.
Difficult conversations are rarely easy! But with the right preparation, they can be constructive, respectful and far more effective.
Our Preparing for a Difficult Conversation at Work checklist is a free practical resource designed to help managers and business leaders plan challenging workplace conversations with confidence. Whether you're discussing performance, attendance, behaviour, wellbeing or another sensitive topic, this simple framework helps you organise your thoughts before the meeting and approach the conversation with clarity.
Rather than reacting in the moment, this checklist encourages you to consider the purpose of the discussion, the facts you need, the outcome you're hoping to achieve and how you'll support the employee afterwards.
A structured conversation planning checklist
Prompts to clarify the purpose of the meeting
Space to gather facts and evidence
Guidance on considering the employee's perspective
Tips for planning your key messages and questions
Actions and follow-up planning
Ideal for managers, team leaders and business owners, this resource helps you approach difficult conversations professionally, fairly and with confidence.
Download your free checklist today and feel better prepared for your next workplace conversation.
