Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark C. Perna is a generational expert who covers education & careers. In a world that feels more polarized each day, it’s now ...

Most people come to the market just looking for answers to what seem like simple questions — “what should I buy,” “where’s ...

One question I often get when I speak at events or lead training sessions is, “What if I ask questions and people think I’m being confrontational?” It’s a common concern, especially when curiosity ...

I ask every successful person I meet one particular question. Here's what it is, and how the answers inspired me to chart my ...

Several years ago, during a flight from Houston to Paris, I had a conversation with the CEO of a prominent Houston-based company. When I mentioned that I was a teacher, I asked him, “What skills do ...

Bestselling author and leadership expert Simon Sinek recommends asking one simple question to help people trust you: Can you help me out? It's "such a common misunderstanding" that asking for help ...