Why Candid conversations™?

Conversation shapes reality. What is discussed in an organisation and how it gets talked about determines what will happen, or what will not happen. A Candid conversation™ has the power to change the direction of an individual, a career or an organisation. It involves genuine dialogue and the co-creation of an outcome.

Conversations are the lifeblood of any organisation. Research conducted in 500 highly productive organisations indicated that a key contributing factor to their success was the ability to have Candid conversations™.

In business, the stakes are often high, opinions vary and strong emotions are experienced. In order to have a productive Candid conversation™, certain skills and tools are required. This module will help participants to identify when a Candid conversation™ is required, and will teach them how to go about having the conversation constructively.

What are the benefits?

The participants will be given tools to have robust and honest conversations. This means being truthful and sincere in a way that encourages and builds relationships as opposed to damaging them.

Candid conversations™ have the power to remove unnecessary interpersonal obstacles in the organisation. They provide clarity rather than confusion. Candid conversations™ contribute towards positive momentum, and they foster collaboration. This produces results in a balanced and mature way.

The design of the module encourages sustainable results. By developing a greater understanding of the long-term impact of Candid conversations™, the leader is able to more effectively address interpersonal challenges. A stronger awareness of self and others in conversation results in the individual being able to respond to challenging conversations with confidence and sensitivity. This empowers leaders to motivate and inspire their teams towards a joint purpose and vision. It strengthens relationships, enhances team performance and allows for focus on priorities.