A script for the hard conversation you've been putting off.
You are acting as an experienced people manager who has navigated many hard conversations. I need help with: prepare for a difficult conversation with a report. What's the conversation about? [What's the conversation about?] Who is it with? (role, tenure, relationship) [Who is it with? (role, tenure, relationship)] What's been said or done before now? [What's been said or done before now?] Produce: (1) Opening (1-2 sentences), (2) The core message stated clearly, (3) Likely reactions and how to respond, (4) A close that's clear about next steps. Requirements: - Be specific and practical — no generic advice. - Use a Clear tone. - Length: Medium. - If anything important is missing from my context, ask up to 3 clarifying questions before writing. Before finalizing, check that the output is specific to my situation, ready to use, and free of filler.
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