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People Who Are Amazing At Small Talk Use These 12 Phrases On A Regular Basis

It's not always easy to figure out what to say in a casual conversation, especially when you don't know someone well. But ...
Psychology Today

Small Talk Is the Conversation That Can Create Chemistry

To generate chemistry and compatibility, consider the significance of small talk in any setting as an enjoyable method of ...
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12 Phrases People Who Are Good At Small Talk Always Use

Charles Duhigg, author of "The Power of Habit," argues that small talk isn't an innate skill, but rather a learned behavior that can be studied and crafted to perfectly suit any situation — whether ...

Here’s how to keep a conversation going—and avoid those dreaded awkward silences

Awkward silences are the worst! Try these simple, therapist-approved tips for holding up your end of a conversation. How to ...
USA Today

The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More

From communication expert Jefferson Fisher, the definitive book on making your next conversation the one that changes everything No matter who you're talking to, The Next Conversation gives you ...
Inc

Use This Harvard Professor’s TALK Method to Go From Boring Small Talk to Deep, Meaningful Conversations

Small talk has its uses, especially in the business world. It can help us suss each other out, establish a basic level of trust, or just fill the time while we’re waiting in line. But let’s be honest, ...