Team building promotes problem solving, efficiency and reliability. Listening is a critical communication skill and involves much more than the act of just hearing what someone says. Team members who ...

Are you hearing or listening? Do you have functioning ears? How effective is your hearing? Do you possess the skills to improve your hearing? These questions are intriguing, and it’s sometimes ...

People are routinely advised to be their authentic selves and show their vulnerability. They are told they are in a safe space and there will not be retribution for speaking up. When they finally get ...

How to make other people feel heard and understood. When was the last time you practiced your active listening skills? HBR contributing editor Amy Gallo says it is a skill you need to practice. In ...

There’s a cute story of the worker returning to his desk, trembling, after his annual review with his boss. “What’s wrong?” asked his co-worker. “Boss said I have two problems, and I need to work on ...

It's easy to get caught up in sightseeing and activities when you're on vacation with your partner, but it's important not to forget the importance of active listening exercises and communication.

Your partner is telling you about their stressful day while you’re mentally planning dinner, checking your phone, and wondering if you remembered to pay the electric bill. You’re hearing the words, ...

While you may be under the impression that your company is running smoothly and tasks seem to get completed on time, you could be missing the key element to a productive and enjoyable workplace: ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Despite what you might have heard in professional circles, money does not make the world go “round. What does make a difference, both in ...

CogWell @ Penn brings in trained professionals to discuss mental health on campus. At this semester's meeting, they hosted an event to learn about active listening. Credit: Michael Goerlitz CogWell @ ...

Training in interpersonal communication skills and conflict resolution strategies typically involves role-playing exercises to help participants practice the behavior needed to resolve problems. When ...