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Question 57 of 60

An aggressive person you don't ever recall meeting before accuses you of inappropriate conduct in front of others...

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Considering the sensitivity of this situation it would likely be best if you recruited help, or at the very least a witness to observed the exchange.

Next, fact-gather while remaining mindful of your body language at all times. Take care to show positive nonverbal communication by making eye contact and keeping your body language open and non-defensive. Display enhanced communication skills by actively listening, nodding, mirroring what they've said back to them, asking clarifying questions, and at the end giving them a summary of what they're communicating to show them they have been understood and heard. Maintain your confidence and body language throughout. Avoid defensive posturing, tone, or choice of words at all costs.

Do not allow yourself to be influenced or provoked in any way. Empathize with their concerns by putting yourself in their shoes. Validate their concerns as well and inform them of any components they aren't aware of. Do your best to clear up the misunderstanding while empathizing with their experience, and assuring them you are here to help and clear things up as best as you can.

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