Episode 63: Say the Right Words to Diffuse Tension and Foster Collaboration with David Dye and Karin Hurt

In this episode, host Sarah sits down with David Dye and Karin Hurt, co-founders of Let's Grow Leaders, to discuss their webinar Say the Right Words to Diffuse Tension and Foster Collaboration. They dive into insights from their latest book, Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict, sharing practical strategies to navigate workplace tensions.

David and Karin explore the shift to hybrid learning models post-pandemic, the evolving role of AI in L&D, and the human elements that remain essential in leadership development. They introduce the Synergy Stack, a team collaboration framework built on four key dimensions: connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment.

The conversation is packed with actionable advice, including practical phrases for de-escalating conflict, real-world success stories, and tips for fostering a workplace culture of open communication. Tune in to discover how the right words can transform workplace relationships and collaboration!

Chapters: ⏱️ 00:00 - Introduction to David Dye & Karin Hurt ⏱️ 01:49 - Trends in Learning & Development ⏱️ 03:46 - The Synergy Stack Collaboration System ⏱️ 05:28 - Powerful Phrases for Conflict Resolution ⏱️ 07:29 - Key Takeaways & Practical Insights ⏱️ 16:24 - Creating a Culture of Open Communication

🎧 Listen now and start using powerful phrases to navigate workplace conflict with confidence!

Resources & Links: Watch the webinar: Say the Right Words to Defuse Tension and Foster Collaboration

Episode Sponsor: At Let’s Grow Leaders, we’re known for practical leadership development that sticks. We help leaders get breakthrough results, without losing their humanity through our leadership development programs and keynotes – and our new SynergyStack™ Team Development System. Learn more at letsgrowleaders.com

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