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Let's be honest: many managers would rather eat glass than tell you why you really didn't get the promotion, assignment, raise, or bonus. But their avoidance is creating a bigger problem - when leaders dodge difficult conversations, they create a vacuum where perceptions of unfairness flourish. Workplace expert Amy Gallo reveals how the inability (or unwillingness) to have hard conversations is eroding trust in organizations. You'll learn what transparency really looks like, how to demand the feedback you deserve, and why meritocracy is impossible without managers who can handle the heat.
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SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries. An essential destination for global professionals, SXSW features sessions, showcases, screenings, exhibitions, professional development and a variety of networking opportunities. For more information, please visit sxsw.com.
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Let's be honest: many managers would rather eat glass than tell you why you really didn't get the promotion, assignment, raise, or bonus. But their avoidance is creating a bigger problem - when leaders dodge difficult conversations, they create a vacuum where perceptions of unfairness flourish. Workplace expert Amy Gallo reveals how the inability (or unwillingness) to have hard conversations is eroding trust in organizations. You'll learn what transparency really looks like, how to demand the feedback you deserve, and why meritocracy is impossible without managers who can handle the heat.
About SXSW:
SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries. An essential destination for global professionals, SXSW features sessions, showcases, screenings, exhibitions, professional development and a variety of networking opportunities. For more information, please visit sxsw.com.
Connect with SXSW:
Website: sxsw.com
Instagram: instagram.com/sxsw
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/sxsw
TikTok: tiktok.com/@sxsw
Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/sxsw.com
Threads: threads.com/@sxsw
