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Copyright \u00a9 2020 by Ty Howard.  All rights reserved.<\/b><\/p>\n

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In the wake of the current protests, civil unrest, systemic racism, repeated injustice against African Americans, and the COVID-19 pandemic — now, more than ever, we all must learn and embrace effective ways to have culturally sensitive conversations.<\/span><\/p>\n

Effective communication is essential in any culture, relationship, business, job, learning environment, or community. Equally important is the need to embrace and grow our understanding, awareness, and cultural competence daily.<\/span><\/p>\n

For most people, to think about or have a conversation with another person about a culture outside of their own causes anxiety or deep feelings of being uncomfortable and uncertain on how to start and have a smooth – non-threatening – culturally sensitive conversation.<\/span><\/p>\n

Are you unsure about what steps to take to have a culturally sensitive conversation with anyone? Do not worry. You are not alone. Start by talking openly, honestly, and caringly. And know that it is completely okay to be UNCOMFORTABLE.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Let’s All Get — UNCOMFORTABLE<\/b><\/span>!<\/b><\/span> Let’s learn, practice, and teach the following steps and strategies daily for having successful culturally sensitive conversations:<\/span><\/p>\n

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U<\/b><\/span>nleash a growth mindset that welcomes diversity and inclusion on all levels.<\/span><\/p>\n

N<\/b><\/span>ever allow your toxic emotions, thoughts or triggers to emerge during the conversation.<\/span><\/p>\n

C<\/b><\/span>ommunicate clearly and concisely with good, genuine, and accepting intentions.<\/span><\/p>\n

O<\/b><\/span>rganize your thoughts, be mindful, and speak with attentive care.<\/span><\/p>\n

M<\/b><\/span>aintain a calm and kind vocal tone.<\/span><\/p>\n

F<\/b><\/span>eel the conversation while respecting, understanding, and accepting differences.<\/span><\/p>\n

O<\/b><\/span>mit all sarcasm, judgment, assumptions, or microaggressions. <\/span><\/p>\n

R<\/b><\/span>eact and respond with empathy, sensitivity, mindfulness, and productive engagement. <\/span><\/p>\n

T<\/b><\/span>ell, teach, and educate others – in positive ways – about your or another person’s culture.<\/span><\/p>\n

A<\/b><\/span>cknowledge your discomfort and transparently communicate it to the other person.<\/span><\/p>\n

B<\/b><\/span>e committed and willing to learn outside of your culture, perspective, experiences, and comfort zone. <\/span><\/p>\n

L<\/b><\/span>isten with your whole body, and if you do not know or understand — appropriately ask. <\/span><\/p>\n

E<\/b><\/span>ncourage healthy dialogue, sharing, and feedback throughout the conversation. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Open, download, and print your free copy of Ty Howard’s nicely done one-page poster of the above strategies to practice when having a culturally sensitive conversation – Click Here<\/u><\/font><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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If your organization or leadership team needs help fostering a healthy diverse and inclusive culture, consider bringing in a proven organizational and professional development consultant like me for in-house training and leadership development and coaching.<\/span><\/p>\n

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For detailed information on Ty Howard’s virtual<\/b> Diversity and Inclusion training programs and keynote presentations – Click Here<\/u><\/font><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Hi!<\/b> Is it difficult or easy for you to have a culturally sensitive conversation with someone different from your own culture? If no, what’s one effective strategy you use when having a culturally sensitive conversation? Please feel free to share your experience and input by commenting below. Thank you in advance for sharing.<\/span><\/p>\n

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About the Author:<\/b> Ty Howard, Mr. Untie the Knots\u00ae,
\nFreeing Maximal Business, Performance & Human Potential Daily!<\/p>\n

Ty Howard<\/b> is an internationally recognized authority on organizational and managerial practices that optimize employee performance and success. He is the creator and lead facilitator of the trademarked “Untie the Knots\u00ae” Optimal Performance Process<\/em>, and the author of Untie the Knots\u00ae: Improving Habits, Choices, People, Relationships, Performance and Results<\/u><\/i>, as well as dozens of published articles on employee and organizational performance and development worldwide. For information on his programs and services, visit: http:\/\/www.tyhoward.com<\/u><\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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