Q: I like conversations where I’m challenged and learn things. At work, people seem to choose comfort over progress. Many coworkers tell stories about drama and want pity. I’m aware their choices set ...

In coaching others, I often discuss problem-solving strategies to help individuals think creatively and consider many options when they are faced with challenging situations. Problem solving 1-2 ...

The commissioning process often includes the commissioning provider giving recommendations to various team members to address current or foreseen issues with system operation. Such recommendations are ...

Young businesswoman having a discussion with her colleagues in a boardroom. Creative young businesswoman sharing her ideas during a meeting in a modern office. Conversations are more than just words ...

GE Healthcare’s Sarah Tilkens doesn’t have a background in manufacturing. What she does have is a curious, questioning nature. “I’m an experimenter,” says the senior manager of operational excellence ...

From classrooms to conference rooms, productive conversation is becoming a lost civic skill. Rebuilding it is key to solving problems that debate alone can’t fix. The tragic shooting of conservative ...

Kate was annoyed at the amount of money Tom spent on new fishing equipment. She offhandedly mentioned it to him once, decided to drop it, but then spent the weekend snapping at him about all sorts of ...

Many school districts and policymakers are stepping up efforts to teach students the skills they need to be prepared for the jobs of the future. One big area of focus is STEM. Jobs in science, ...