“A good question opens the whole room,” says Priya Parker, author of The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why it Matters.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. To build your career, you must have a strong network. And one ...

A job interview can often feel like an inquisition. Talking about yourself isn’t easy, in the job interview process - but your conversation is the key to your success. You may be wondering, “Is this ...

Every single day, random questions pop into my mind. They range from simple curiosities to existential explorations, and Google doesn't always have the answers or detail I'm looking for. These days, ...

We ask questions all the time. When is the presentation? Did you get my notes from the meeting? These are straightforward, fact-finding questions, and they get straight-forward, fact-based answers.

Fear often silences our questions at work, leaving us adrift in uncertainty, and often reduces productivity. But what if you could unlock a healthier, vibrant work atmosphere by becoming more ...

It's easy to ask a question on Amazon if you want to obtain more information about a certain product on the platform. If you have knowledge about a given product yourself, or you want to warn people ...

Elicitation is a technique to obtain sensitive information from people without asking direct questions. Direct questions trigger defensive responses to protect information people would prefer to ...

The therapeutic relationship is inherently imbalanced. Over time the client shares their thoughts, feelings, joys, and fears—without hearing the same from the person sitting across from them. It’s ...

An extended auto warranty can help pay for repair bills as your vehicle ages, but that doesn’t mean that all extended warranties were created equal. Some can offer tremendous value and peace of mind, ...