Negative employee feedback has prompted a division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to seek development of a training program for supervisors on having “difficult ...

As a manager, delivering constructive feedback is crucial for your employees' growth. However, not everyone may be receptive to hearing it. While challenging, navigating these difficult conversations ...

Not many people like having difficult conversations. Yet, the reality is that, as leaders, we must be willing to sit with the difficult feelings involved and engage in hard conversations. From ...

When we think of what makes a successful manager, we often think of those with a clear vision to guide their team toward strategic goals, who have the ability to inspire and empower employees and who ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Difficult conversations can be tough to tackle. Whether they are with family, friends, or co-workers, it can be hard to find the right approach when starting these talks. Etiquette ...

This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. Everyone knows difficult employees. The narcissist who turns your feedback into a referendum ...

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 ...

Today’s very best leaders stand out in great part because they have developed and honed the ability to skillfully handle difficult conversations. It’s this ability to talk with employees about ...

Many people find it difficult to discuss diversity, politics, and social justice topics in classrooms and other forums. This sentiment is rising, as reported by a Pew Research Center survey where ...

Every couple goes through moments when they must face emotionally charged or uncomfortable conversations. Whether it's about money, emotional needs, family pressures, past mistakes, or future ...

I was traveling in the days immediately following Oct. 7, 2023, and consequently had my TA teaching my doctoral research methods class that week. When I returned the following week, I started the ...