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 ...

We’ve all been there: the fluorescent light flickering above, your stomach in knots, voices at the table becoming raised, including your own. Nearly everyone experiences difficult conversations at ...

Most of us don’t wake up eager for a difficult conversation. By their very nature, these conversations can feel uncomfortable, challenging, and awkward. You’ve likely faced one you dreaded, put off, ...

Most unlucky people have found themselves thrust into difficult conversations at some point in their lives. Whether it's a demanding boss, or an upset partner, learning how to navigate these ...

Leda Stawnychko has received funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada. Anamika Choudhary does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company ...