Have you ever been frustrated by a conversation (or a series of them!) that seems to go nowhere no matter how hard you try?

Progress can be illusive at best when two or more people are in a conversation in which they are not committed to the same outcome. Yet even when you are seemingly on the same page about the purpose of a conversation, it can still be difficult when you encounter someone who is like a magician making clarity, focus, and progress evaporate in an instant.

The key to productivity lies in how well you prepare for the next conversation. In this post, discover 3 things you must do to prepare for a productive and satisfying conversation.

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