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How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race

Practical Tools for Necessary Change in the Workplace and Beyond

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If we want a more equitable workplace—and a more equitable world—we have to talk to each other about race.

But, for so many of us, that's easier said than done.

When we avoid conversations about race, it's often because of fear: fear of discomfort, or of damaging important relationships; fear of being misunderstood, "canceled," ostracized.

Negotiation expert Kwame Christian's motto is: "The best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations." How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race equips you with the skills you need to make these crucial conversations both easier and more productive. You'll not only gain the confidence to talk about race, but also learn how to actually make a difference when you do.

Whether you're looking to create change for yourself and other BIPOC, or are a white ally seeking to support your coworkers or clients, you'll learn how to:

  • Overcome your internal barriers to talking about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

  • Work around others' barriers to productive discussion.

  • Be strategic about the outcome you want and guide the conversation accordingly.

  • Use "Compassionate Curiosity" to connect and persuade.

  • Avoid common mistakes.

  • Tackle some of the most common race-related conversations that come up in the workplace.

    If you've ever struggled to turn your passion for change into persuasion or been too afraid to speak up at work (or outside of it), this book is for you. The first step toward lasting social change is productive discussion. With How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race, you'll never shy away from those crucial conversations again.
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        September 1, 2022
        Founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, Christian delivers critical lessons on engaging in constructive conversations about race. Discussing race can be difficult even among like-minded people. Navigating the complex and emotional topic when viewpoints diverge takes planning and skill, both of which can be strengthened with the guidance provided here. Dividing the content into sections focusing on the problem, the solution, and taking action, Christian allows readers to draw on their experiences and prior knowledge to develop an approach that fits their circumstances. By acknowledging psychological barriers, exploring common mistakes, and clarifying the role of an advocate, frameworks are provided for approaching difficult conversations from a place of trust and confidence. The common-sense, tempered approach establishes a mindset and strategies that will serve all who are engaged in navigating challenging conversations about race or other difficult topics. Ideas are presented in a manner that will be accessible to readers ranging from teen peer helpers to corporate HR teams.

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