Communication is the bedrock of our relationships, whether they involve friends, family, or coworkers. Yet, sometimes our well-meaning words or habits can put a strain on how others perceive us. As we ...

Conversation errors like interrupting, dismissive language, or asking only closed-ended questions can make others feel unheard or disrespected. Everyday conversation habits can strengthen ...

As humans, we’re talking to each other constantly. With all that practice, we must be pretty good at it—right? Not exactly. As a professor at Harvard Business School and author of Talk: The Science of ...

Whether it is a new neighbor, classmate, colleague at work, or potential romantic interest, you always consider the best ways to begin a conversation. What questions should you ask when you first meet ...

Wondering how to start a conversation? I could say simply that you aren’t alone in wondering. Or I could break the fourth wall a little. Humor me the latter. As a writer in the digital age with access ...

One skill I have studied over the course of my 30-year career as a trial lawyer is the art of inquiry. From initial client meetings to preliminary investigation to cross-examination, good information ...

Research shows that a single positive interaction with a friend a day can boost our mental well-being. On the other hand, an awkward or uncomfortable talk can leave us stressed for days on end. So how ...