Psyching yourself up for a difficult conversation can feel daunting, but transforming those difficult conversations into breakthrough conversations may not be as difficult as you might think. Most of ...

Dear Joan: I've been asked to lead a cross-functional project for my company. Some of the personalities are strong and I am looking for some tips on how to lead these meetings effectively. I've been a ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Jessica A. Stern, Pomona College (THE CONVERSATION) Relationships can feel like both a ...

Whether they’re about giving tough feedback, addressing conflict or navigating sensitive issues with stakeholders, having difficult conversations is an inevitable part of leadership. How you handle ...

Many people find it difficult to discuss diversity, politics, and social justice topics in classrooms and other forums. This sentiment is rising, as reported by a Pew Research Center survey where ...

Getting the most out of groups is one of a leader's most difficult challenges. Source: Tony Daloisio For most people, life oscillates between solitude and socializing with others, whether one-on-one ...

Relationships can feel like both a blessing and the bane of your existence, a source of joy and a source of frustration or resentment. At some point, each of us is faced with a clingy child, a ...