Sarah Rozenthuler, psychologist, leadership coach and author of Now We’re Talking, dissects why hybrid work is straining ...

Today’s very best leaders stand out in great part because they have developed and honed the ability to skillfully handle difficult conversations. It’s this ability to talk with employees about ...

Sometimes holidays can lead to tense conversations — if not everyone shares the same set of facts. NPR's Life Kit has some tips for navigating those conversations and setting the record straight. For ...

Ang Brennan is head of learning and talent at Insights. Research conducted among hybrid teams shows that one-third of U.S. hybrid workers would like more one-on-one time with their managers to get ...

Two-way discussions and a strategy used by mediators can lead to better outcomes Many of us have had difficult conversations that provoke anxiety, and we may dread the ones we need to have — with a ...

Not many people like having difficult conversations. Yet, the reality is that, as leaders, we must be willing to sit with the difficult feelings involved and engage in hard conversations. From ...

If you work with other people, it is only a matter of time until there is some form of interpersonal dissatisfaction, dysfunction, or conflict. These problems are rarely effectively resolved without ...

According to Din Jenkins, some of our most difficult conversations are those that emotionally charged and/or involve a highly polarizing topic. As a police sergeant, defensive tactics instructor and ...

In the professional world, difficult conversations are inevitable. Whether it's delivering a negative performance review or discussing a potential layoff, the way these conversations are handled can ...

As a leader, the art of managing difficult conversations is crucial. The foundation of these discussions should be grounded in an understanding of human psychology to ensure a response that won’t be ...

Despite being offered an opportunity to explore the depths of the ocean and witness the wreckage of the Titanic, Jay and Sean Bloom trusted their instincts and declined the invitation. Earlier this ...