It's normal for coworkers to engage in small talk at the office, but etiquette experts say certain topics should always be ...

Reassure the talker. Some people talk too much when they are nervous. If a colleague is worried about something, such as a work project or an upcoming presentation, she may feel the need to talk a ...

If you find yourself giving off a sunnier disposition when your boss is smiling, it might be because your brain is wired to do so. Researchers at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD ...

You want your people to be happy at work. Of course you do. Not only are you a nice person, you also know that happy employees are productive employees. So how do you go about encouraging joy? The ...

Google search data shows that people are looking up "what to talk about at work" more than they have in the past two decades. Young workers say they've found it hard to navigate small talk with ...

Your Small Talk Skills at Work Stink—Here’s How to Make Them Better. ... Try sitting upright, making eye contact, holding a gaze, and smiling at the people you share an office space with.

Smiling during conversations creates warmth, making people feel more comfortable and connected. For example, a friendly smile ...