How to Disagree Better in Work and Life

Upskill your disagreements
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A Harvard-tested framework that turns conflict into collaboration. Our courses teach you how to make disagreement a tool for creativity, collaboration, and growth.

Through engaging scenarios, reflective exercises, and practice, you'll learn research-backed strategies to communicate openly, manage conflict, and build a culture of curiosity and trust. Gain practical tools and a personal plan to keep growing your skills—so every disagreement becomes an opportunity.

Practice handling workplace disagreements through guided conversations and interactive exercises

Engaging and consice research-backed videos plus guided practice: you work through realistic workplace disagreements, try your own responses, and get guidance that responds to what you say. Come back as often as you like to keep practicing.
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Course Elements

Built for instant application with your challenges in mind

Not every online course is created equal. We made sure that our course is specifically designed for smart, busy professionals who want to get better at constructive disagreement, using relatable examples that just might make you laugh out loud.
Research Backed Insights

Learn the dynamics of disagreement.
Engaging Exercises

Connect lessons directly to daily challenges.
Psychological Frameworks

Build understanding and gain a common vocabulary.

Examples of Real Disagreements

See both profound and hilarious situations brought to life.

What you'll learn

  • Understanding the difference between disagreement and conflict
  • Naive realism and the psychology of misunderstanding
  • Receptiveness to opposing views: what it is and how to increase it
  • Understanding that language is behavior
  • Showing curiosity without losing ground
  • The H.E.A.R. Framework
  • Recovering from bad disagreements
  • Tools for leaders
Why teams love it: people who listen well fight less and learn more, become sought-after teammates and advisors, and gain influence because they make better decisions.

Meet Your Instructors 

Julia, a behavioral scientist, brings twenty years of research on conflict dynamics; Heather, a coach and facilitator, ensures that science translates into practical tools.

Together, we’ve created a research-backed playbook that gives teams a common toolkit for constructive disagreement, turning conflict into a catalyst for stronger relationships and better decisions.

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Disagreeing Better in Work and Life

Not every online course is created equal. We made sure that our course is specifically designed for smart, busy professionals who want to get better at constructive disagreement, using relatable examples that just might make you laugh out loud.

  • Learn the dynamics of disagreement
  • Connect lessons directly to daily challenges
  • Insights supported by cutting-edge research
  • Duration:  1 hour 45 minutes 
  • Video Time:  50 minutes
  • Author: Julia Minson, PhD and Heather Sulejman, MA
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Disagreeing Better in Work and Life with Leadership Module

Not every online course is created equal. We made sure that our course is specifically designed for smart, busy professionals who want to get better at constructive disagreement, using relatable examples that just might make you laugh out loud.

Our course layers psychology, reflection, scenario-based practice. This version also contains an additional module for leading teams and creating a culture of constructive disagreement.

  • Learn the dynamics of disagreement
  • Connect lessons directly to daily challenges
  • Supported by cutting-edge research
  • Give your team a common language and shared frameworks
  • Duration:  2 hours 
  • Video Time:  1 hour
  • Author: Julia Minson, PhD and Heather Sulejman, MA

Frequently asked questions

How is this course different from other courses?

This course is based on over 20-years of cutting edge peer reviewed research so you know the tools and frameworks have been rigorously tested

What industries is this course best for?

This course is grounded in fundamental psychological principles that work across many workplace scenarios. If you work on or lead a team this course is for you!

How long does it take to go through this course? 

Although the runtime of the videos is 50 minutes, the course is designed to offer many opportunities to practice the skills. You can come back as many times as you like to get more practice.

Can this be used in a team setting? 

This course is suited for both individuals or teams. When taken as a team it can help build a common vocabulary and shared frameworks for developing your constructive disagreement skills. We also offer special pricing for bulk licenses for larger teams or organizations.

How do I sign up for a course?

Open the course page, select the option that fits you (demo, standard, or leadership course), and follow the checkout or enrollment steps. If you are new here, you will be prompted to create an account during sign-up.

Do I need an account to enroll?

Yes. An account is required so you can access the course, track progress, and receive certificates (when offered). You can create your account during checkout/enrollment in just a couple of steps.

I signed up - where do I find my course?

After enrollment, you can access the course from your account dashboard (My Courses). You should also receive a confirmation email with a direct link to start learning.

I cannot sign in or I did not get the confirmation email - what should I do?

First, check your spam/promotions folder and confirm you used the correct email address. If you forgot your password, use the password reset option on the sign-in page. If you are still stuck, email heather@disagreeingbetter.com and include the email you tried to use.

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