Tensions around cultural, political, and social issues are alive and well. Get in front of the differences and potential conflict with these 3 tips:
SET THE TONE
If you are hosting, you get to set the tone. If you are attending, you get to leave if you are disrespected.
PREPARE POSITIVE CONVERSATION TOPICS
When at the table have some conversation topics/questions prepared to keep the conversation positive.
Address those awkward moments
When someone says something awkward or inappropriate what’s your plan? This may not be directed at you, but if it happens and if you are hosting, then what?
