Respond to a challenge

A colleague questions your recommendation. See what changed, then adapt it to your facts, role, and voice.

Mara delivering the example with a reserved expression and guarded posture
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Respond to a challenge

“I understand why you might feel that way. There are probably a lot of different ways to look at it.”
  • —Main point is harder to find
  • —Language reduces conviction
  • —The next step stays unclear

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