Directors of Sport are required to manage a range of difficult conversations with various stakeholders.  This might include parents, colleagues, pupils , rival schools and performance pathways.  Addressing these issues  helps to create a positive culture around school sport.  Difficult conversations require honesty and tact, but they can be handled with kindness too. When managed well, they can lead to positive and collaborative next steps and increased confidence for all involved. 

• Understanding the different types of difficult conversations 
• Dealing with a variety of stakeholders 
• Understanding why conversations might be difficult 
• Planning an approach
• Strategies to be successful 
• The legacy of successful conversations
• Top tips for Directors of Sport to apply