Difficult conversations at work are unavoidable sometimes. The good news is most people approach such discussions with collaborative — not combative — attitudes and intentions, according to the ...

When the world of work turned upside down in 2020, we quickly adapted to Zoom calls, Slack threads and digital whiteboards. At first, this newfound flexibility felt liberating. But as we settle into a ...

Nearly every day you have to have hard conversations at work. Maybe it’s pushing back on your manager’s unrealistic deadline. Perhaps it’s confronting a colleague who consistently interrupts you in ...

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 ...

These individuals can turn any difficult conversation into a productive one. Most unlucky people have found themselves thrust into difficult conversations at some point in their lives. Whether it's a ...

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Modern workplaces speak more about psychological safety than ever, yet many teams are becoming increasingly uncomfortable with honest disagreement. Conflict avoidance is quietly weakening leadership, ...

By now you've probably used AI to help you write difficult emails and other messages. It can also help you prepare for a tough conversation. Here's how.