The Power of Conflict: Speak Your Mind and Get the Results You Want

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Star and executive producer of the hit TV showBar Rescue andNew York Timesbestselling author ofDon't Bullsh*t Yourself,Jon Taffer reveals the transformational power of conflict, sharing his toolkit for arguing smarterat home, at work, and in life.

Most people try their best to avoid conflict.Bar Rescuehost Jon Taffer understands that. Conflict can have negative results. Its easy to think that the key to a happy workplace or marriage is to avoid conflict. In reality, thats not the casethe key is to arguesmarter.

Enter the Toolkit for Getting Conflict Right. Taffers approach is focused on deliberate conflictotherwise known as conflict with a purpose. There are selective and strategic ways to have difficult conversations, and when doing so, to stay aware of your objectives rather than escalating tension unnecessarily. As Taffer explains, The key is to act affirmatively, constructively, and productively. Eliminating conflict isnt always the answer; inevitably there will be times when it will arise. Engaging in conflict can be a way to clear the air, and get to the bottom of issues that, once resolved, can strengthen friendships, ease tensions at work, and address problems before they have a chance to bubble over.

With easy-to-follow advice that shows how to best engage in constructive discourse to get the results you want,The Power of Conflictprovides you with the rules to argue smarter, uphold your values, and keep the conversation real. The step-by-step guide starts with the inception of the conflict and carries through the difficult conversations conclusion, arming readers with the skills and confidence to fight for their principles.

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Jon Taffer, the New York Times bestselling author of Don't Bullsh*t Yourself, is a television personality best known for his no-holds-barred approach to helping hotels, restaurants, bars and businesses reach their full potential. The star of Paramount Network's number-one show, Bar Rescue, Taffer uses his unprecedented industry experience to inspire people and businesses around the world daily.