Hard Conversations, C.L.E.A.R. Results for Project Managers

Hosted by Justin Bateh, PhD

Wed, Mar 25, 2026

3:00 PM UTC (30 minutes)

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Project Management That Actually Works
Justin Bateh, PhD
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What you'll learn

The confidence to address issues early

Identify the warning signs that a difficult conversation is overdue and know exactly when to step in.

A repeatable framework you can use in any tough talk

Apply each step of the CLEAR Framework to structure hard talks so they stay focused, productive, and professional.

The ability to be direct without damaging relationships

Deliver honest, specific feedback that preserves trust and keeps your team moving forward together.

Less stress, less drama, and fewer "surprise" blowups

Replace avoidance patterns with proactive communication habits that reduce tension across your team

Why this topic matters

Many project managers avoid hard conversations. They stall, soften the message, or bury the issue in polite talk. Here’s the truth: avoiding tough conversations creates more conflict, not less. If you want to lead, you have to speak with clarity, not comfort. In this session, I teach how to use The CLEAR Framework to handle tough talks on your project teams simply and effectively.

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Justin Bateh, PhD

CEO | 25,000+ learners | 80+ Projects | 8x Awards | LinkedIn Learning Instructor

Justin Bateh, PhD is a former COO, PMP, LinkedIn Learning Instructor and CEO of Projects Right, who has trained 25,000+ professionals from Microsoft, J&J, and Medtronic. Justin is a leading voice in project execution and AI fluency, and he teaches Maven's best selling and high rated project management courses (AI-Powered Project Management and Project Management That Actually Works). You can also follow Justin on LinkedIn and subscribe to his free newsletter.

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