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 ...

Disappointment, hurt, boundaries, power, change, or loss—no matter how emotionally challenging the topic, they’re all ...

This Q&A is part of Observer’s Expert Insights series, where industry leaders, innovators and strategists distill years of experience into direct, practical takeaways and deliver clarity on the issues ...

In business, leadership, and personal relationships, the ability to manage difficult conversations is a critical skill. Whether it is addressing underperformance, negotiating a contract, delivering ...

Whether it is in the workplace or at home, we have all experienced times when we are at an impasse with someone. We simply can’t find a way to have a productive dialog. Every one of our attempts to ...

If you want to advance in your career, you'll need to have uncomfortable conversations in the office, says workplace expert Henna Pryor. Skillfully navigating tense or awkward interactions, from ...

I have been working in campus law enforcement for over 40 years; 35 of them as a supervisor or director. When it comes to addressing personnel issues, I have a lot of experience. Managing people is, ...

Once an educator has reflected on their own values, the other three modules are designed to help visitors learn how to navigate risk, prepare for challenging conversations with other adults, and ...

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, ...