Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. ‘Some non-askers light up and become more collaborative conversationalists when there is less pressure to talk.’Photograph: Carl ...

At least one person knows someone who can't help but ask "why," "what," or "who" in every conversation, and if they don't, they might be that person. There's nothing wrong with being naturally curious ...

Most people have been in that awkward predicament before: they're with a loved one or a coworker when the person asks for the unthinkable: a questionable favor. While most people are eager to jump ...

Research shows asking questions makes other people less defensive and more open to agreement. A few people — a few leaders — are consistently able to influence the people around them through force of ...