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March 26, 2025 44 mins

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Difficult Conversations Are a Leadership Skill—Not an HR Shortcut

Too many leaders in biotech are dodging the real work of leadership—passing off tough conversations to HR out of fear, discomfort, or lack of training. In this episode of The Human Side of Business, Ange MacCabe and leadership consultant Maria dismantle the myth that HR should handle all uncomfortable conversations and challenge leaders to step up where it counts.

You’ll learn why avoiding hard conversations erodes trust and performance—and how mastering them can set you apart as a transformational leader. From performance feedback and team tension to broken commitments and course-correction, this episode gives you the tools, mindset shifts, and real-world examples to handle it all with confidence.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Why leaders avoid tough conversations—and how to stop
  • The real role of HR vs. leadership in workplace conflict
  • Practical frameworks like SBI and Radical Candor
  • How feedback builds trust, clarity, and high-performing teams
  • Tips to stay calm, focused, and kind—even in hard moments

If you’re a biotech leader who’s ready to lead with courage, clarity, and accountability—this one’s for you.

Hit play, take notes, and start leading the conversations that matter.

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