These "reductive" questions can instantly make a conversation feel heavy, etiquette expert Alison Cheperdak says.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Office small talk can feel like running a marathon in shoes two sizes too small. While it’s often necessary, some topics can make ...

When I urge people to consider public speaking to bolster their careers or support their business success, one of the most common concerns I hear is, “What would I talk about?” If you’ve ever attended ...