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These Are the 10 Most Difficult Conversations to Have in the Workplace — And How to Handle Them It's tempting to put hard discussions off, but procrastinating can make things worse.

By Amanda Breen Edited by Jessica Thomas

Sometimes, navigating the workplace requires hard conversations — whether it's asking for a raise, delivering bad news or owning a mistake.

It can be tempting to put off those difficult discussions, and many people do. A survey from VitalSmarts revealed that more than 80% of workers are hiding from at least one uncomfortable conversation.

But not confronting workplace issues head-on will only hold you back.

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