Difficult conversations are inevitable. Whether it's delivering critical feedback, navigating conflicts, or discussing sensitive issues, they can trigger a surge of fear, stress, and anxiety. They can make even the most seasoned leaders falter.

In the hot seat how do you bring your best negotiation and conflict-handling skills to the table?

Workplaces are complex ecosystems, and sometimes, the mantras we hear don't quite match reality. Here are 5 common lies we tell ourselves and why it's important to be aware of them.

You can go off the rails following that popular “Be yourself“ advice we hear everywhere. Why? Because leadership success depends on understanding the difference between “being authentic” and being at the mercy of unconscious, hardwired traits and reactions, which can sabotage us as good leaders.