The Conversations We Avoid
Why we put off the hard conversations at work and what to do about it.
There's a conversation you've been putting off. We all have one.
Maybe it's giving feedback to someone you really like. Challenging a decision you disagree with. Or raising that issue you've been hoping will sort itself out.
So why do we avoid these conversations, even when we know they matter?
Join us for an interactive evening bringing together founders, leaders and professionals to explore what holds us back, the impact on our teams and relationships and how we can approach difficult conversations differently.
What to expect
The Delay Auction: A fun icebreaker to discover just how long we'd put off uncomfortable conversations.
An honest fireside chat: Why we hesitate, how leaders influence whether people speak up and what avoiding conversations costs us.
Bring your own challenge: Use RITON to privately explore a conversation you've been avoiding and uncover common themes across the room.
Let's actually practise: See a workplace conversation come to life through Lanura's AI simulations, with live practice and feedback.
Drinks & networking: Meet other founders, leaders and professionals over drinks.
Who's behind the evening?
Jenny Guo - Co-founder, Lanura
Helping people practise difficult workplace conversations through AI-powered simulations and personalised feedback.
Adishree Bansal - Founder, RITON
Using AI-powered employee listening to uncover the workplace challenges people don't always feel comfortable raising.
Maria James - Founder, Trust by Design
Former Deloitte and Virgin transformation leader and Army veteran, with 20+ years' experience in leadership, trust and organisational change.
Come for the conversation. Leave a little more prepared for the one you've been avoiding.