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In today's Q&A, Joseph Grenny responds to a concerned parent trying to improve a relationship between her stepson and his father. You'll also find tips to help you stand out while working from home. And it's last call for our webinar next Tuesday. Save your seat.

Q&A: Crucial Conversations
Joseph Grenny

Caught in the Middle: Conversations Between Stepchild and Parent

I have a stubborn stepson who refuses to speak with his father. He thinks his father doesn’t love him, which is not so. What can I say to him so he’ll open up?

Signed,
Getting Through

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How Do I Say That?

Stand Out While Working from Home

Use these tips to confirm you're contributing value to the goals or mission of your team and organization.

By swallowing evil words unsaid, no one has ever harmed his stomach.

—Winston Churchill

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