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Dealing with resistance role play

Dealing with resistance role play

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Dealing with resistance role play

- Let's take a look at dealing with resistance in action. In this first scene you can see that things don't go so well for Alicia, who is asking her boss for a promotion. - Thanks for taking the time. I've come to talk to you about the regional director role that I hear is going to be posted. I would like to be considered for the job. - Well, we haven't decided if we're hiring for the role yet, but I do have other candidates in mind. You're not ready for the regional director role. You're doing a great job where you are. Keep it up. - But I'm one of the best sales directors. I am ready. I know the market really well. My customers love me, and I am ready for a director role. - Look, I really need you to stay focused. You have a ton of deals in the pipeline, and I need to be sure that your head is in the game. I really value your contribution. I would hate to lose you. - There's a better way for Alicia to deal with her boss's resistance. Let's take a look at how Alicia can use turns to…

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