2. What is Small Talk
Small talk is light, informal
conversation. It’s commonly used
when you’re talking to someone
you don’t know very well and at
networking and social events
(Frost, 2022)
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3. How to Make a Small Talk
First, ask open-ended questions.
Most people enjoy talking about
themselves -- not only are we are our
favorite subjects, but it’s also easier to
discuss yourself than something you
know little about.
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4. How to Make a Small Talk
Second, practice active
listening. You'll forge much stronger
connections if you pay attention. it’s
much easier to ask relevant questions
and remember details to bring up later
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5. How to Make a Small Talk
Third, put away your phone. We
tend to pull out our phones when
we’re feeling uncomfortable or
awkward in social situations, but
nothing will sabotage your
conversational efforts more quickly.
Only few people will approach you if
you’re scrolling through your phone --
and you’ll send a plain message to
anyone you’re already talking to that
you’re not interested.
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6. How to Make a Small Talk
Fourth, show your enthusiasm. Small
talk might not always be the most stress-
free activity. However, if you go into it with
the right attitude, you can have fun. View
these conversations as opportunities to
learn more about other people. You never
know whom you’ll meet or what they’ll
have to share -- so embrace the chance
it’ll be an amazing discussion.
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7. Topics for Small Talk
◉ Movies, Entertainment
◉ Food, Restaurants or Cooking
◉ Travel
◉ Hobbies
◉ Weather
◉ Sports
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