Regardless of the content specialty--from accounting to information systems to finance--employers view effective communication as critical to an individual's success in today's competitive workplace. Most business degree programs require a business communication course to help students develop communication skills needed both in getting a job and in succeeding in the workplace. In addition to traditional writing and speaking proficiency, business communication courses should also stress the less emphasized but necessary skills of listening, phone usage, meeting management, collaboration, and interpersonal communication. To provide specific help in developing interpersonal communication and discussion skills critical to success in business and society, this article promotes effective discussion in a group setting. Specifically, this activity helps students identify and practice effective interpersonal behaviors in a professional context while exploring relevant issues confronting managers and businesses today. The activity uses a "fishbowl" discussion, a term derived from the format of the discussion. (Contains 3 figures, 1 table and 1 note.)