In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Marlene Chism. Marlene Chism is the leading authority on stopping workplace drama and the author of four books, including her most recent book, From Conflict to Courage: How to Stop Avoiding and Start Leading. In the conversation, Marlene Chism shares what leaders get wrong about conflict, the negative consequences of avoiding conflict, and how to most effectively address conflict by changing our narrative.  Some Highlights:-Marlene Chism on what we get wrong about conflict in the workplace-Why we need to change our narrative before being able to address conflict-The importance of the inner game in addressing conflict-How to face conflict courageously-Marlene Chism on why conflict is an essential part of growth and authentic relationships-How to channel conflict into courageous conversationsAdditional episodes:Partnering Leadership conversation with Dr. Timothy Clark on the Four Stages of Psychological Safety, Listen HerePartnering Leadership conversation with Jim Detert on Choosing Courage, Listen HereConnect with Marlene Chism:Marlene Chism Website Marlene Chism LinkedIn From Conflict to Courage on AmazonConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:https://mahantavakoli.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/ More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: https://www.partneringleadership.com/Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website