Tough conversations are inevitable. Here is how to face them with confidence

Avoiding tough conversations is damaging—not just for the individual, but for the team and the organization.

In leadership, difficult conversations are often necessary, but that doesn’t make them easy. Many leaders avoid them, sidestepping potential conflict and hoping issues will resolve themselves. Spoiler alert: They rarely do. Avoiding these conversations is damaging—not just for the individual, but for the team and the organization. So, why do leaders dodge tough conversations, and how can they stop?