Does your brain shut down, and your tongue become heavy when you need to start a conversation? Breaking the ice can sometimes seem like a Herculean task. However, revealing fun facts about yourself is ...

I don’t love talking with strangers. I’m an introvert at heart, and making an effort to engage in social interaction often drains my energy. But still, I do it. Not because I feel like I have to, but ...

In a world that glorifies extroverted ideals, navigating social landscapes can feel like a tightrope walk for introverts. Yet, meaningful conversations don't always have to drain your energy or feel ...

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Here, a racial-equity activist and etiquette expert share why so-called impolite conversation topics are the exact ones we need to focus on right now. You know that old rule of thumb that says ...

Despite all the benefits of networking, one in four people doesn’t try it at all. Apart from busy schedules, some avoid it because of shyness, fear of rejection, or simply not knowing how to start ...

In a world where connections are just a click away, maintaining fidelity in relationships demands more than just physical loyalty. The conversations we engage in — especially those seemingly innocent ...

What is an alignment conversation? It’s a way to learn how your work or your product fits in with your customer’s goals. “The ...

There’s never a reason to run out of conversation topics. The news, the weather and whatever other people are doing could be talked about at length, in most scenarios. Those topics, however, are dull.