What is it that's stopping us speaking our minds?

According to a team that helps develop and train our graduates, managers and leaders they’re noticing a worrying trend - an inability to have those difficult conversations, and it’s got them worried.

Dear readers,

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Some of those involved in training at all levels are seeing a concerning trend when it comes to our ability to communicate - an unwillingness to have those difficult conversations.

Of course, such conversations are difficult by definition, but is it really true that 70 per cent of us shy away from raising anything termed ‘difficult’ with our bosses?

We think the questions around this are fascinating, not least because of the relevance to just about every aspect of our lives - from work and business to family life and relationships.

Those questions have been posed by a group of leadership and development consultants and coaches who’re becoming concerned. They explain why in the article below, and we’re encouraging you join us and take part in their research (see the link at the foot of this page or click here).

Best regards,

Andrew Merrell (editor).