On the first day of my MG354 Business Negotiation: Concepts and Practice class, I tell my students that the class will literally change their lives — a bold claim usually met with lit-up eyes, curious ...

The world has changed dramatically in the near quarter of a century since the first edition of “Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most” appeared. Did people even argue about before ...

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

In the dynamic environment of the modern workplace, difficult conversations are inevitable. Whether it's addressing performance issues, navigating conflicts between team members or delivering critical ...

Understanding grief and the problems life may throw your way isn't always easy, but this Topeka author is trying to help people cope. "My Gift to You," written by Joy Bishop, explores the topic of ...

When leaders avoid difficult conversations, trust erodes, goals drift and partnerships lose the alignment and accountability they need to succeed. Sooner or later, every collaboration is going to need ...