280: How to Disagree Without Falling Out With Harvard’s Julia Minson

Why is it so hard to disagree without falling out? And how can we get better at managing disagreements? To find out, Oliver speaks to Julia Minson, Associate Professor of Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School.  They explore the crucial skill of productive disagreement in life and at work. Discover why smart people struggle with disagreements, the biggest mistakes we make in tough conversations, and practical strategies to foster a culture of constructive dialogue.  Julia introduces her 'HEAR' framework – Hedging, Emphasizing Agreement, Acknowledgement, and Reframing to the Positive – and explains how to apply it in both personal and professional settings.  They also discuss the impact of emotions, personality differences, and remote work on our ability to disagree effectively.  Expect to learn how to listen actively, communicate receptively, and build stronger relationships through better conversations. This episode shows you how to turn disagreements into opportunities for growth and innovation.  Find out more about Julia: https://www.juliaminson.com/ Make sure you’re subscribed to the Speak Like a CEO newsletter to become a top 1% communicator: https://eoipsocommunications.com/newsletter/ Do you want to speak with confidence, inspire your team, and accelerate your career? You can now join the Speak Like a CEO Academy and work with Oliver over the next 90 days to become a top 1% communicator and transform your career. https://speaklikeaceoacademy.com/