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Communication Psychology and HR – with Gerhard Ohrband

Gerhard Ohrband, MA in Psychology (University of Hamburg/Germany)

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I’m Gerhard, a communication psychologist and consultant from Hamburg, Germany, working with HR teams and leaders in Moldova, South Eastern Europe, and beyond. Here, we explore the psychological research behind everyday HR and workplace communication — without buzzwords and without pretending everything is easy. Each week, we unpack one topic that HR professionals often hear about but rarely understand from a scientific perspective.

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The Unscripted Challenge - Why Difficult Conversations Feel Harder Than Public Speaking

Communication Psychology and HR – with Gerhard Ohrband

6 minutes 6 seconds

2 months ago

The Unscripted Challenge - Why Difficult Conversations Feel Harder Than Public Speaking

Public speaking is rehearsed, scripted, and predictable. But what about theconversations we can’t plan—the ones that take unexpected turns, stir emotions,or shift roles on the spot? In this episode of The Unscripted Challenge, we explore why real-life conversationsoften feel harder than stepping onto a stage—and how you can navigate them withmore confidence.

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