The Jefferson Fisher Podcast How to Never Struggle with Small Talk
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Dec 17, 2024 Small talk doesn't have to be awkward! Discover three effective strategies to make conversations feel more natural and engaging. Learn how to ask open-ended questions that spark interest and keep discussions flowing. Avoid the dreaded silence with practical tips that turn everyday interactions into meaningful connections, whether at a party or the grocery store. Embrace the art of small talk and transform your conversational skills!
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Action-Oriented Questions
- Ask action-oriented questions in small talk, focusing on what people did, are doing, or will do.
- Instead of asking "How's work?", try "What are you excited about this week?"
Open-Ended Questions
- Use open-ended questions that start with "what," "how," or "when" to encourage conversation.
- Avoid closed-ended questions like "Did you have fun?", which elicit only yes or no answers.
Embrace Short Conversations
- Don't force small talk to last a certain length of time.
- If the conversation naturally ends, politely excuse yourself.
