Facing Difficult Conversations
Jo shares the harrowing experience of navigating redundancy and the emotional toll it takes on both the employer and the employee. She emphasizes the importance of being upfront, even when corporate protocols complicate honest communication. Reflecting on her own redundancy, she highlights the discomfort of small talk with a boss while knowing a difficult conversation looms ahead.In this clip
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