From the course: Small Talk for Non-Native English Speakers
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Engaging in the conversation
From the course: Small Talk for Non-Native English Speakers
Engaging in the conversation
- If you're having a small talk conversation with someone you'd like to develop a friendship or working relationship with, you need to do your part. It's frustrating to try and talk with someone who doesn't fully participate in the conversation. A person who doesn't contribute to carrying the conversation forward is most likely going to leave a negative impression. Even if your small talk skills aren't really a reflection of your value as a colleague, a poorly handled conversation could lead to missed opportunities. If you don't effectively engage in the conversation, the other person may leave thinking, "I don't think I could work with him. I can't even talk to him." So it's important to do your part to keep the conversation going. Here are some tips to keep in mind. Ask relevant questions. When your conversation partner is talking, listen to the details of what they're saying and ask follow-up questions to keep…
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