Engaging in Difficult Conversations

It’s impossible to avoid difficult conversations at work. How many times have you run into a conflict with a colleague? In a one-on-one meeting with your supervisor? Working as a team with your peers? Or even publicly questioned?

Join NextGen on Wednesday, June 26 from 2-3 p.m. ET/11 a.m.-noon PT, to learn from our expert how to have these sometimes-painful conversations. That way you’re well-prepared when they happen in your workplace.

Specifically, you’ll learn:

  • How to enhance your conflict management skills through interactive scenarios.
  • How to handle difficult conversations and conflict in real time and discuss real solutions.
  • Tips to better communicate with peers and supervisors.
  • How to gain confidence and overcome a defensive nature, with practical tips to put into practice.

You Will Hear From:


Virginia Hill, Senior Manager, Partnership for Public Service


Dr Romano-Arnold, Regional Director, Government and Workforce Partnerships, Excelsior College


Emily Jarvis, GovLoop Moderator