When stakes are high, opinions vary, and emotions run strong, you have three choices: avoid a crucial conversation and suffer the consequences; handle the conversation badly and suffer the consequences; or read crucial conversations and discover how to communicate best when it matters most. This wise and witty guide gives you the tools you need to step up to life's most difficult and important conversations, say what's on your mind, and achieve positive outcomes that will amaze you. About the AuthorKerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler are top international corporate consultants and cofounders of Vitality Alliance, Inc., and VitalSmarts. Together they have developed dozens of corporate training programs for dozens of Fortune 500 companies. Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Ch. 1 What's a Crucial Conversation? Ch. 2 Mastering Crucial Conversations Ch. 3 Start with the Heart Ch. 4 Learn to Look Ch. 5 Make It Safe Ch. 6 Master My Stories Ch. 7 STATE My Path Ch. 8 Explore Others' Paths Ch. 9 Move to Action Ch. 10 Putting It All Together Ch. 11 Yeah, But Ch. 12 Change Your Life End notes Index Reviews"What a profound and timely book! Here is the cure for arguments and misunderstandings; for mediocrity and frustration. This book offers a wealth of principles and skills that will dramatically improve your career, your organization, and your relationships." Stephen R. Covey | 
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