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Sarah Rozenthuler will delve into the power of conversation as a transformative tool at our International Women’s Day event, Think Global Women 2025: Taking Action for Equity. You will come away with an actionable strategy which will help strenghten you to navigate challenging conversations successfully, whether this is to advance your career or find a greater sense of balance in your life. With inspiration from real-life stories and takeaways from psychological research, Sarah’s talk will help enable you to lean in to having a difficult conversation with competence, confidence and clarity.On Friday, March 7, 2025, Think Global Women invites you to a transformative event dedicated to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion and amplifying women’s voices in leadership. Join us for a ground breaking session on how to be heard, and how to engage in challenging discussions at work so that you cross the threshold to your next chapter. Whether it is asking for a promotion, putting yourself forward for an international assignment, providing constructive feedback to a senior colleague, or addressing sensitive team dynamics, this session will equip you with the tools and strategies to excel.

Why difficult conversations matter

Have you ever avoided having a tough conversation? Do the obstacles sometimes seem insurmountable? Do you have a sense of untapped hidden strength? If yes, this session is for you.This talk is for leaders, managers and coaches seeking to amplify their voice and make meaningful change happen, both in personal and professional settings. It is based on the latest book by Sarah Rozenthuler Now We’re Talking: How to discuss what really matters, which simplifies complex territory with practical tools and cutting-edge insights.We all encounter situations that require us to step out of our comfort zone and address challenging topics. This workshop explores why these moments matter and how they can be opportunities for growth and transformation. With a focus on real-world examples, including insights from coaching senior women leaders, Sarah will uncover the core principles of effective communication and provide actionable techniques to help you succeed.

Key questions we will explore:

1. What is a difficult conversation for you?
   Reflect on the conversations you find challenging—from advocating for yourself, giving challenging feedback to a senior colleague, making your voice heard in meetings, or coaching your team. Through stories and examples, you will gain a better understanding of your unique perspective and areas for growth.
2. What gets in the way of having difficult conversations?
   We will explore the barriers, both internal and external, that hinder your ability to engage. Whether it is a lack of confidence, fear of conflict, or time constraints, Sarah will discuss the psychological principle of “name it to tame it.” By naming your fears, you will be empowered to move forward with clarity.
3. What resources can you draw on to lean into these conversations?
   Uncover hidden strengths and external tools that can help you approach conversations with greater confidence. From preparing your opening line to practising difficult conversations aloud or enlisting the help of trusted allies, you will learn strategies that build momentum and accountability. “Name it to claim it” is a key principle here, tapping into the strength of past successes and your internal and external resources to provide support.

Key Takeaways

By the end of this workshop, you will:

1. Articulate the challenge: Identify the specific conversation you need to address and clearly define its purpose, in order for you to progress personally and professionally.
2. Identify resources: Pinpoint the internal and external tools that can support you, from psychological techniques to practical preparation.
3. Enhance your communication skills at work: Be confident in being able to approach difficult conversations with an understanding of how to achieve a successful outcome for all parties.

At the end of the workshop, you will receive a handout to help structure your thoughts and turn them into an actionable plan. You will also be invited to participate in a follow-on viritual session one month later in order to reflect on your progress as part of the Think Global Women community.

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• How to achieve true equality in the workplace
• The case for male allyship

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Who should attend?

This workshop is ideal for leaders looking to:

• Strengthen their communication skills.
• Build confidence in advocating for themselves and others.
• Foster a culture of open, constructive dialogue within their organisations.
• Bring new communication skills back to their workplace which they can share with others.
• A clearer understanding of the resources they can use to amplify their own voice in professional and personal settings.

Why this matters now

In a time of talent shortages and shifting workplace dynamics, leaders who can communicate effectively have a distinct advantage. This workshop is a critical step in creating environments where voices are heard, talent thrives, and diverse perspectives drive success. Imagine unlocking untapped talent and achieving 50 per cent gender parity on your board simply by creating spaces for courageous conversations.

Don’t miss out

Seats for this transformative workshop are limited. Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward becoming a leader who listens, acts, and inspires meaningful change.Sarah Rozenthuler is an international keynote speaker, chartered psychologist and published author. With over 20 years of experience working globally at senior levels in large, complex organizations, Sarah brings extensive expertise in executive coaching, team coaching, board facilitation and leadership development consulting.As an accomplished author, Sarah has written several impactful books, including Now We’re Talking: How to Discuss What Really Matters (2024), Powered by Purpose: Energise Your People to do Great Work (2020) and How to have Meaningful Conversations (2012.) In 2007, Sarah founded Bridgework Consulting Ltd, a renowned consultancy firm dedicated to empowering leaders, teams, and organisations to achieve greatness.Sarah is a valued member of the faculty at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford where she teaches on the Advanced Management and Leadership Programme. She imparts crucial dialogue skills and assists leaders in embedding purpose within their organizations and teams, thus fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Sarah also delivers masterclasses for the British Psychological Society where she is an Associate Fellow. 

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Equip yourself with the tools to amplify your voice, tackle difficult conversations, and lead with greater impact. Join us and transform the way you communicate and lead. Network with senior leaders and decision makers within the industry, hear new ideas on leadership and communication, and make professional connections which will help grow your career.

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