Being able to effectively ask for and receive help makes us stronger and more independent over time, writes Joan M. Cook.

Readers reflect on an Opinion guest essay that viewed seeking help as a virtue, not a failing. Also: Reining President Trump ...

Asking for a promotion is a pivotal moment in any career, so it can be nerve-wracking even for the most dedicated professional. Whether you’re eyeing a higher position within your current company or ...

It’s hard to say no when someone asks you for a favor. My previous post explained why that is and how to assertively stand your ground to protect your time, money, and self-respect. But it can also be ...

Some people seem to glide through life without ever asking for help. They handle their responsibilities, put on a brave face, and rarely let anyone see them struggle. From the outside, it looks like ...

Jessica was overwhelmed and didn’t know what to do. She is a generous person by nature who had volunteered, as she often does, to help a stressed-out colleague. . . . But what started out as a simple ...

Even when you think you’ve got it covered, don’t hesitate to ask for a hand. Share on Pinterest Communicating our needs can be difficult at any stage of life, and it certainly doesn’t get easier after ...

What does the word negotiation bring to mind for you? Perhaps you think about asking for a raise or getting a certain salary before taking a new job. Maybe your first thought isn’t about work, but ...

Some key tips: seek donors’ advice before asking for money, don’t show desperation and remember that nobody owes you anything. So many times, I’ve heard the lament from colleagues “I don’t know how ...