A practical guide to maintaining your cool and practicing civil discourse. — A subject comes up in conversation that you hold a strong opinion about, someone’s comment gets under your skin, tensions rise, your emotions get the best of you, and you end up in an argument. Arguments are part of life. They’re normal, natural, and inevitable. …

The #1 skill to becoming an influential leader. — What is Debate? Have you ever noticed how many of the people you admire possess a strong sense of conviction and confidence? They speak passionately with unwavering determination and hold the authority to convince their audience. This skill is prominent in debates, where two sides — affirmative and negative — discuss the issue…

How to turn conflict into a productive discussion. — Disagreements and conflict are more than a common occurrence in today’s world, they’re realities that are woven into the very fabric of our modern society. …

Your guide to healthier and more productive communication. — It’s common to use the terms “debate”, “discussion”, and “dialogue” interchangeably when referring to communication styles centered around a particular topic, but there are some notable differences between the three terms that you should be aware of. As an entrepreneur building three companies I’m passionate about, I frequently encounter lively…

The key to turning tough conversations to meaningful dialogue. — Sometimes the most difficult conversations lead to the greatest revelations. It’s not easy or comfortable to discuss challenging situations, but with the right approach, you can turn those discussions into productive opportunities to confront your biases and learn something new. Civil Dialogue is the intentional process of engaging in a…

It’s no secret that we live in an era of divisiveness and polarization. I founded The Doe to introduce anonymity to publishing so that we could have a safe space to elevate marginalized voices, while also giving readers the chance to respond and debate different viewpoints we rarely hear from…