My girlfriend and I have been long distance for about a year, and one of the biggest points of tension between us is communication style. She only ever wants to text — she doesn’t like phone calls or ...

Maybe it's a blowout argument with your partner, that unspoken tension with a friend, or even a work meeting that got unexpectedly heated. Whatever the scenario, conflict is an inherent part of being ...

The word “conflict” usually brings to mind raised voices or awkward tension—outcomes most people would rather avoid. But learning how to handle conflict (thoughtfully, that is) might be one of the ...

Do you have a manager who won’t advocate for you or your team? Is she afraid to say no to requests from above? Here are three ways to get what you need from even the most conflict-avoidant boss. Focus ...

Every couple fights. Most of us were never taught how to handle conflict in a healthy way, but fighting doesn’t have to be destructive; it can actually bring you closer together. You’re not fighting ...

Most entrepreneurs want to avoid conflict at all costs, but it can actually be a catalyst for growth. Web3 companies like Binance, Coinbase and Gemini succeeded by embracing conflict — using ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Anna Shields, organizational conflict and workplace mediation expert. Conflict resolution has been on the organizational agenda ...