CONFLICT: How to Have More Productive Disagreements

Have you ever had one of those arguments — whether with a friend or a colleague, a loved one or a perfect stranger — that you both vehemently disagree, and it boils your blood? Too often these days, arguments with people we disagree with feel impossible. We never solve anything but seem to succeed in hurting someone’s feelings. But what if it didn’t have to be that way? In his forthcoming book, “Why Are We Yelling?: The Art of Productive Disagreement” (Nov. 19), Buster Benson, who has worked for some of the world’s most successful companies, to help you have hard conversations in your relationships, engage people with different political viewpoints, and disagree with dignity. Join the conversation at NextBigIdeaClub.comand get an additional 10% off with promo code PODCAST. Support us by supporting our sponsors! Away — Visit awaytravel.com/bigidea and use the promo code BIGIDEA for $20 off Zip Recruiter — Try it for free at ziprecruiter.com/bigidea Skillshare — Get two months for free by going to skillshare.com/bigidea

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