AAL — Association for Academic Leaders
Tough Talks: Challenging Conversations with Direct Reports
Managing people well means more than being approachable and supportive. It also requires managing conflict and delivering disappointing news. This course helps independent school leaders strengthen their supervisory skills by engaging in the kinds of conversations that are tempting to avoid, yet essential for professional growth, accountability, and team cohesion.Explore how to deliver both challenging feedback and final decisions with integrity. It is critical that leaders create alignment…
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Dates
Monday, October 26, 2026 – Friday, October 30, 2026
Format
Location
Washington, DC
Event type
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Who it's for
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Course Objectives
- Deliver feedback and final decisions with clarity and care to foster accountability, trust, and professional growth.
- Strengthen supervisory skills through establishing boundaries, managing change, and addressing misalignment effectively.
Descriptions on this page are excerpted from AAL's own published materials.