The relationship between patient and doctor is as old as medicine itself. Despite advances in drugs, surgery and scans, the process of getting better always starts with a conversation. Yet, this fundamental aspect of the doctor's craft is often neglected in their training. I know this because I’ve just finished medical school. My journey to medicine started with a bowel cancer diagnosis at age 28. After receiving the ‘all clear’, I decided to become a doctor. But, as my knowledge of medicine grows, so does my frustration about the things doctors don't talk enough about and yet can't afford to get wrong. Doctors should reflect on and develop their interpersonal skills like they do any other part of their work. Just like mastering a new procedure or understanding new drug dosing, doctors should be encouraged to evaluate and practise their teaching, leadership and mentoring skills. One problem is that we aren't taught how to be good workers and team members. Doctors are thrust into positions full of status and power, but where are the courses at medical school on leadership, team management, mentorship and peer support?