Gathering around a table and sharing a meal with others has long been a means of fulfillment. Eating is a biological need and connecting with others is a deeply rooted need. It’s no wonder that ...

While interviewers often assume they hold all the power during the interview process, candidates are increasingly asking more insightful questions to assess whether they should make a move to a new ...

As a leader, it can be tempting to fall into the trap of thinking you have all the answers. After all, successful problem-solving and making quick decisions were a big part of getting to where you are ...

Cowritten by Sukhman Rekhi and Tchiki Davis. Empathic listening is a type of listening that utilizes a combination of active listening skills, a reflection of feelings, and a questioning technique ...

Asking good questions is considered one of the most important skills in business. Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google said, “We run the company by questions, not by answers.” According to management ...

A behind-the-scenes blog about research methods at Pew Research Center. For our latest findings, visit pewresearch.org. The longer a survey is, the fewer people are willing to complete it. This is ...

Harvard Business School’s Leslie John and Alison Wood Brooks on how curiosity, listening, and phrasing can strengthen trust and improve decisions. Leslie K. John and Alison Wood Brooks, professors at ...

People usually communicate in layers of increasing openness. As they feel more trusting of someone, they share more of who they are. When people have known each other for a long time and their trust ...

Want to have more meaningful conversations with your child? Ask questions that inspire fun and insightful discussions. To avoid the dreaded "uh-huh" and "nah-uh" answers, parents should ask open-ended ...