Are you hating on small talk? Or, gasp! avoiding it? You know those engaging folks who can meet someone for the first time and end up getting digits or business cards? They can make merry conversation with just about anyone while waiting for the meeting to start? They always seem to articulate their thoughts in …
Did you ever notice it’s easier to talk to your friend at happy hour after work than it is to talk to someone on a first date? You’ve got all kinds of stories to share with your friend but sitting across the table from your date; your mind draws a blank. You know you need …
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What is the most common question you’re asked when you meet someone new? Is it: A) How did you become so amazing? B) Can I draw on your hat? C) What do you do? I bet you passed the quiz! For some reason, every person we meet wants to know what we do. And if …
A show of hands: How many of you have, within a minute or 2 of meeting someone asked, “Where are you from?” or “What do you?” Be honest–I can tell when you’re lying. 🙂 Again, by a show of hands: How many of you are not terrifically fond of answering those questions? So why …
