Difficult conversations are inevitable in business, but they don’t have to leave the involved parties walking away upset. Take the example of an account executive at a software firm who thought she ...

The Office of the Provost and Division of Student Affairs invite all undergraduate students to a special event focused on developing practical tools for engaging in appreciative interactions. The ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Simone E. Morris reports on inclusive leadership for the workplace. Most people want to avoid the term "hard" because of the ...

These individuals can turn any difficult conversation into a productive one. Most unlucky people have found themselves thrust into difficult conversations at some point in their lives. Whether it's a ...

When we think of what makes a successful manager, we often think of those with a clear vision to guide their team toward strategic goals, who have the ability to inspire and empower employees and who ...

It’s challenging to watch your parents get older — to see the father who taught you to play sports now struggle with stairs or to worry that the mother who once drove you to school should no longer be ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about the ever-changing workforce and leadership. Direct feedback is often avoided by managers at all costs. But the great ...

Many times, when a new client walks into my office, they’re avoiding something. Maybe it’s a tough conversation with a business partner, a challenging negotiation with a vendor, or that dreaded ...

Hard conversations are something most of us try to put off for as long as possible. Whether it’s talking to your boss about a mistake, confronting a friend who hurt your feelings, or discussing a ...