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Business
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago

From hedge funds to banks: 3 execs reveal their go-to hiring question

Top Wall Street interviewers use unconventional, revealing questions to evaluate communication, pressure management, and problem-solving rather than relying on predictable stock interview questions.
#family-dynamics
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

My Husband and I Are Trying Out the Swinging Lifestyle. But I've Run Into a Very Embarrassing Problem.

When I am with said people, we are both fully enjoying ourselves, but it is impossible for me to climax. At first, I thought maybe it was just nerves or my partner didn't have a technique that matched my desires (not a problem, that's where communication comes in!), but even after we part, neither my husband nor I can get me to climax.
Relationships
#parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Parenting

I Thought It Was OK to Let My Daughter and Her Friend Participate in a Classic Summer Activity. Then the Frantic Texts Began.

Parental expectations about unsupervised preteen outings vary; confirming permission with the caregiver is reasonable and clarifying arrangements next time prevents misunderstandings.
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago
Parenting

This Mom's Back-To-School Reminder Will Actually Help Your Kid Open Up About Their Day

Connecting with children requires patience and avoiding overwhelming them with questions after a long day.
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Parenting

I Thought It Was OK to Let My Daughter and Her Friend Participate in a Classic Summer Activity. Then the Frantic Texts Began.

Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago

Dear Abby: They say rude things about my fast walk, and it annoys me

Older adults should ignore or calmly respond to age-based remarks; seniors considering early inheritance advances should consult a lawyer, CPA, and financial adviser.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I don't want childen. Is it hypocritical to not be forthright about this soon after meeting someone? | Leading questions

If it's your job to figure out when to share this, it's also a partner's job to figure out when to ask. Wanting kids isn't like monogamy or working for a living, where until instructed otherwise people can basically assume that's your plan. More people than ever are deciding they don't want kids. The fact that you're one of them is not shocking, confronting or even especially unusual.
Relationships
fromAll Singles And Married
4 days ago

HOW TO MANAGE JEALOUSY IN A COMMITTED RELATIONSHIP

We have been together for three years. Our love was steady, warm, and full of promise. One evening, during a friend's wedding, I noticed that my husband was laughing a little too freely with a woman I didn't know.Inside me jealousy clawed. My mind whispered: "Who is she? Does he like her? Am I not enough?" The old me would have kept quiet and let the resentment pile up. But this time, I chose honesty.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

The Power of Assertiveness and Boundaries in Conflict Resolution

Assertiveness is the ability to express your feelings, thoughts, and needs in a way that is clear, honest, and respectful. It is the balanced space between passivity and aggression. Passive behavior avoids conflict at all costs, often leading to resentment, frustration, or a loss of self-respect. Aggressive behavior, on the other hand, aims to overpower, control, or punish, creating fear and disconnection.
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fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

Once Women Find Out What I Want to Do in Bed, They Run for the Hills

Seek partners within BDSM communities or present kink preferences clearly and without shame to reduce misunderstandings and increase chances of compatible partners.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

I met my partner while on a solo trip in Europe. Now we're traveling the world together and navigating a long-distance relationship.

A year-long, thriving long-distance relationship grew from a spontaneous Tinder connection during solo travel, sustained by intentional communication and shared travel adventures.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

Harriette Cole: I'm envious that she has sympathy for a co-worker and none for me

When you are able to calm down, you should reach out to your friend. Chances are, she is totally unaware of her behavior toward you. Because she doesn't handle stress well, she shrugs off your issues. Now, seeing her co-worker on a daily basis and observing whatever crisis she may have experienced has forced her to acknowledge someone else going through it.
Relationships
#astrology
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fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

My Wife Has Set a New Rule About the Nights We Can Have Sex. This Is Tyranny!

A partner may limit sexual activity to specific nights due to fatigue; address feelings, communicate needs, and negotiate compromises or alternatives respectfully.
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Pat Spillane: My rule is never explain when people disagree with me - I'm making an exception here

My rule, set in stone, is never explain when people disagree with me. It only makes things worse. Well, I'm making an exception here, to put things right.
Miscellaneous
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

I travel with my friends a few times a year. Here's how I make it work without sacrificing our relationships.

Discuss expectations and choose compatible companions before booking to avoid conflict and keep group trips enjoyable.
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Help! My Wife Swears that Allowing Alcohol into Our Home Is a Slippery Slope. I'm Tired of It.

You're making an assumption about your wife's position on alcohol that might not be accurate. Is it really that she thinks a bottle of wine in the house means one of you will end up addicted? Or could it be that the sight of someone drinking, or even the smell of alcohol, brings up upsetting memories for her? Is it possible that it takes a lot for her to resist drinking, and she doesn't want to have to use that willpower at home?
Relationships
#relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

4 Reasons You're Not Solving Your Relationship Problems

Jake and Alma had yet another argument about money-budgets, who was spending what-but, like the others, it led to nowhere productive. But for other couples, it might not be about money but sex, or children's bedtimes. What they all have in common is that problems are not being resolved. This, unfortunately, is a common problem and pattern that, over time, can erode the relationship. These unsolved problems act as landmines that everyone learns to walk around, but which create an atmosphere of ongoing tension.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Harriette Cole: I'm afraid I'll get in too deep on the rich women's trip

Let that person know that you appreciate being included and want to be able to go on the trip with them, but you do have limited resources. Ask what the expectation would be for expenses during the trip. This may feel awkward, but it's way better to learn now than to be away and unable to participate or contribute fully.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

I've been a bridesmaid over 125 times. Here are 10 common mistakes I see wedding parties make.

Over a decade ago, I started my business, Bridesmaid for Hire, as a way to support people during the stressful and exciting moments of their wedding. A lot of my clients have other people in their bridal party, so it's my job to help everyone else do what they're supposed to without any of the drama, headaches, or arguments that often occur.
Relationships
Business
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

How to Retain a Superstar in the Workplace

Begin retention conversations on day one and continuously tailor work conditions through clear communication, fairness, flexibility, and realistic expectation management to keep top performers.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

How, When, and Why to Ask to Be Exclusive in Dating

Exclusivity provides interpersonal safety to explore whether a dating relationship can grow and requires a direct, affirmative conversation rather than assumptions.
#etiquette
Remote teams
fromArnie Nicola
1 week ago

The Dark Side of Remote Work: 16 Disadvantages Nobody Talks About - arnienicola

Remote work often causes isolation, burnout, distractions, and communication problems, which can be mitigated through routines, dedicated workspaces, boundaries, and virtual social connection.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Once a Week? Twice a Month?: Frequency Is the Wrong Question About Sex

"How often should we be having sex?" I hear this question at least once a week. From my therapy room to my circles of friends to social media. This question is out there, lingering. And like most people, I've seen countless opinions. I'm not here to offer another one or add to the confusion or pressure. Instead, I want to explain why this is the wrong question to be asking in the first place.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

The Toxicity of Ghosting

Enlisting the help of an internet dating app can be a successful way to find a loving partner. According to the Pew Research Center, one-in-ten partnered adults - meaning those who are married, living with a partner or in a committed romantic relationship - met their current significant other through a dating site or app. Today the ability to bump your shopping cart into a romantic partner exists in a global marketplace.
Relationships
#leadership
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

My Wife Has Always Been a Certain Way in the Bedroom. Now I Finally Know Why.

I'm a 44-year-old man and I've been married to a 45-year-old woman for the past 15 years. About six years ago, she told me that she was basically done with sex. While we have had sex maybe 10 times or so since then, her statement has been essentially true. She was never particularly sexual anyway (she never communicated about likes/dislikes, fantasies, masturbation, etc.) and didn't feel like physical intimacy was important to her.
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Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I'm Finally Recovering From a Serious Accident. Now I've Discovered What My Husband Was Doing During All That Time.

Partner's heavy pornography use has reduced coupled sexual activity and cost over $1,000 monthly, making the partner's concerns and conversation reasonable.
Relationships
fromFast Company
1 week ago

People who excel at conversation always do these 3 things, according to a Stanford expert

Slow down, prioritize timing, and avoid shock tactics; focus on calm, attentive communication to handle difficult or controversial conversations effectively.
#marriage
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Listen, pause and repair: what normal and healthy' conflict looks like

Reality TV is generally not the first place one should turn to find models of effective communication. That's why it was shocking to watch a scene in the latest season of Love Island US, in which Chris, a basketball player, asks the woman he's seeing Huda, a fitness influencer if there's anything he does that bothers her. It affects his mood when something goes wrong, but I'm confused about what happened, he says.
Relationships
#friendship
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago
Relationships

If You're A Friend Who's Too Busy To Get Together, But Keeps Saying You Want To Hang, Please Stop

fromScary Mommy
1 week ago
Relationships

If You're A Friend Who's Too Busy To Get Together, But Keeps Saying You Want To Hang, Please Stop

Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Asking Eric: It was a compliment! Why should my friend resent being compared to a celebrity?

Offer a sincere apology, acknowledge unintended harm, and seek open, nonjudgmental conversation to preserve and deepen the friendship.
Business
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How to harness your personality traits to level up your career

Effective leaders use personality intelligence to understand dominant styles and adapt interactions to drive personal and organizational success.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

How Renegotiating Your Marriage Can Keep Love Alive

Regularly renegotiating marriage terms and periodically reevaluating relationship fit helps partners stay connected and prevents stagnation as people change over time.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

My Husband Surprised Me With an X-Rated Gift. Now I Want Revenge.

Do not retaliate; address unannounced threesomes through calm communication, set boundaries, prioritize consent, and avoid using a third person as a pawn.
Digital life
fromBustle
2 weeks ago

Don't Expect These 3 Zodiac Signs To Be Good Texters

Some people habitually neglect texting, delaying or ignoring messages because they prioritize in-person interaction, find texting annoying, or simply forget or lose their phone.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

How Toxic Dynamics From Childhood Resurface in Adulthood

Cutting off or stepping away from a troubled parent, sibling, or even an entire family may seem like a first step toward healing and autonomy. Yet, for many, the dysfunctional emotional and behavioral patterns established in the family of origin often resurface in intimate bonds outside the family. Research has shown that patterns of connection, conflict, and caregiving siblings experience in their relationships often form the foundation of adult attachment styles, conflict management strategies, and overall relationship satisfaction.
Relationships
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Breaking the Shame in the Fertility Journey

Shame around infertility isolates people, erodes self-worth, and keeping it secret deepens pain; speaking small truths and breaking secrecy helps release shame's hold.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Parent and Step-Parent Conflicts Over Adolescents

Successful marriages involving adolescent children require strong communication, conflict-resolution, mutual appreciation, and sensitive step-parent engagement.
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

The Key to Building Effective Corporate-Startup Partnerships | Entrepreneur

Corporate-startup partnerships succeed when both sides treat the relationship as ongoing collaboration with active communication, aligned incentives, clear goals, and shared measurement.
Relationships
fromThe Gottman Institute
2 weeks ago

20 Essential Questions to Ask Before Moving In Together

Couples who have intentional conversations about everyday expectations before moving in create stronger, clearer foundations and prevent common misunderstandings.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

My Girlfriend's Ex Was a Tyrant About One Thing in Bed. Now I'm Paying the Price.

External judgment about body hair changed her grooming habits and created anxiety that limits sexual spontaneity despite partner's acceptance.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

When I Took My Date's Pants Off, I Was in for a Shock. I'm Not Sure Where to Go From Here.

Navigating intimacy and pain management in partners with medical conditions requires communication and empathy.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Everyday Change Management

Organizations can achieve a threefold improvement in project outcomes simply by applying some degree of change management, according to a recent study from Prosci.
Business
fromWordtothewise
2 weeks ago

Deliverability rules

Anyone who has to know exactly what the rules are for inbox delivery is trying to figure out how close they can get to violating the rules without negative consequences. Senders that comply with the spirit of the rules don't care what the specifics of the rules are.
E-Commerce
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

My Boyfriend Drove Drunk. Now He Expects Me to Suffer the Consequences.

The boyfriend's DUI incident has led to his frustration being misdirected at others instead of acknowledging his own responsibility.
Relationships
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Ask Allison: My relationship with my sisters has become more strained since they had children

Communication and boundary-setting are crucial for maintaining sibling relationships amid significant life changes.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

What Josh McDaniels is doing for Drake Maye that's different from Alex Van Pelt

"[Van Pelt] didn't talk in his helmet a lot. This year, Josh McDaniels talks to him as much as possible," McCourty said, highlighting increased communication.
New England Patriots
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

How to make a good apology

You have to accept responsibility for the error-which also means specifying what the error is. You have to truly be sorry for what happened. You have to lay out the plan to ensure that this does not happen again.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

My elderly mother has never had an orgasm. Is it too late for her to try?

Many women experience heightened sexuality in later life, and this can lead to explorations of self-pleasure that were not possible before. Your mother might discover fulfillment beyond her current situation.
Relationships
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

There's Only One Thing I Want to Know About My Wife's Affair. She Refuses to Tell Me.

A past affair is affecting the relationship; communication about it has not occurred since reconciling after therapy.
Software development
fromHackernoon
3 months ago

The Core Skills of Pair Programming: Togetherness and Expediency | HackerNoon

Effective pair programming relies on togetherness and expediency, which are essential for maintaining collaboration and achieving both short-term and long-term goals.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

A wedding therapist says you shouldn't get engaged if you haven't talked about these 5 things with your partner

"When you start to feel serious about one another, it's time to start talking about those things," Bejar said. "You want to make sure that you're not just on the same page about life in the moment that you're meeting."
Relationships
Writing
fromHackernoon
5 months ago

3 Tips to Become a Sean Evans-Level Interviewer | HackerNoon

Thorough research on the interviewee significantly enhances the quality of the interview.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

My Husband and I Haven't Had Intercourse in Two Years-and We're Not Even 30.

An apparent lack of a sex drive could mean so many things, from low testosterone to stress to an identity crisis to ... stuff I don't even want to speculate on that I'm sure you've already worried enough about it as it is.
Relationships
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 weeks ago

moradavaga's spider sprawls across facade in italy, reminiscent of an old-school string phone

Netty, a large, spider-like installation, serves as a playful urban tool for communication, reflecting themes of connection and dialogue central to community interaction.
Arts
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Real Housewives of Miami Recap: Least of Lisa

"I had legal matters that needed my presence, number one," Lisa tells Larsa and Stephanie. Larsa reminds her that she was in St. Barth's, and questions how this led to missing her flight.
Television
Relationships
fromBustle
3 weeks ago

My Husband & I Haven't Had Sex In 2 Years. He Blames My Body.

Long-term physical attraction can fluctuate, but blaming a partner's body for a lack of intimacy is both unkind and unreasonable.
Science
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

NASA has sparked a race to develop the data pipeline to Mars | TechCrunch

NASA is shifting from building to buying relay capabilities for space missions.
fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago

19 Boomers And Gen Xers Are Sharing Common Knowledge From Their Youth That Would Blow Gen Z's Mind

Hacking pay phones: To understand this hack, you need to remember analog pay phones, where you would dial the number and then an operator would come on and say something like, 'Please deposit $2.25 for three minutes.'
Miscellaneous
Relationships
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Dear Mary: My wife wants our role playing in the bedroom to go further - including sex toys - and I'm turned off

Role play enhances intimacy and excitement in long-term relationships.
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

My brother and I own multiple companies together. We swear by these 3 rules to keep the peace.

Agree on what you're each good at, and stick to it. This isn't about avoiding overlap, it's about playing to each other's strengths.
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Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

This is how we do it: Our first sexual experience was like everyone's: bad. We were so awkward'

Comfort and experience in a long-term relationship allow for a relaxed and open attitude towards sex.
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