At its core, a communication style is simply the way an individual prefers to exchange information. It encompasses not just what you say, but how you say it, including your tone, body language, word ...

The sophisticated and often nuanced manner in which leaders communicate is pivotal in forging or fracturing relationships with employees, colleagues, and stakeholders. As a Dutch-American CEO and ...

“I tell it like it is. I’m not good with the fluffy stuff.” My client Jay, a no-nonsense executive with a direct communication style, believed that it would be a waste of time and inauthentic for him ...

It is well known that we tend to feel better when we communicate well with others. After all, who really enjoys getting into an argument? However, new research shows that how we communicate with one ...

It's pretty easy to identify the most readily recognizable sources of stress in our lives—too many commitments, workplace hassles, financial strain, society's (and our own) oftentimes unrealistic ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Cheryl Robinson covers areas of leadership, pivoting and careers. Effective leadership hinges on strong communication, yet ...

A friend of mine recently started his own company, and he asked me this question. For years, he’s been known for having a kind and empathetic communication style. But sometimes, he wondered if his way ...

Everyone communicates differently—even in the workplace. According to Princeton University, there are four main communication styles: passive, passive-aggressive, aggressive and assertive. An ...

Cultural communication styles shape how we interact, build relationships, and conduct business around the world. While some nations have earned reputations for their gracious politeness and indirect ...