I don’t love talking with strangers. I’m an introvert at heart, and making an effort to engage in social interaction often drains my energy. But still, I do it. Not because I feel like I have to, but ...

Whether you're at a dinner party, networking event, or just meeting someone new, having conversation starters in your back pocket can mean the difference between a memorable interaction and another ...

Does your brain shut down, and your tongue become heavy when you need to start a conversation? Breaking the ice can sometimes seem like a Herculean task. However, revealing fun facts about yourself is ...

1. What drew someone to their work, and what they love most about it now. Telling someone that you’d “love to hear” about this comes across as instantly classy and kind. It’s a portrayal of curiosity ...

Communication is the key to a healthy relationship, and it is one of the main causes of many breakups. The moment you stop having open conversations as a couple, things start to go wrong. No matter ...

This holiday season as families gather, the list of potentially heated conversation topics is long. Some might choose to ignore these issues altogether in the name of keeping the peace. For those ...

Many people think they know what they are looking for in a first date, and sometimes they are right. Sure, attractiveness is important, especially at the beginning of a relationship. That is why both ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Catherine Brock covers personal finance and investing. Whether you’ve been hiding money secrets or you think your spouse is, ...