Awkward silences are the worst! Try these simple, therapist-approved tips for holding up your end of a conversation. How to ...

What to say when you don't know what to say. Whether at a grocery store or in the middle of a work event, we've all been in situation where we needed or wanted to talk to someone but didn't know where ...

Wondering how to start a conversation? I could say simply that you aren’t alone in wondering. Or I could break the fourth wall a little. Humor me the latter. As a writer in the digital age with access ...

What’s the best way to start a conversation when meeting someone for the first time, especially at a cocktail party or conference? “Hello, how are you?” is tired and lame. “Are you enjoying the event?

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Esther Choy covers leadership with a focus on business storytelling. We may be missing opportunities to cultivate our happiness ...