Episode 151 - Debra Fine on the Science of Small Talk

Maximize Your Influence · Aug 12, 2016 · 1m

You can use conversational skills as a tool with which to build new connections, while avoiding awkward pauses and uncomfortable conversations. After all, making a good first impression is all about making others feel good when spending time with each of you. Great conversationalists are made, not born. The following tips will help you make a positive impression every time: Don't rush through conversations. Take your time, and be sure to remember names and use them frequently during conversations. Show an interest in every person you meet. By showing an interest you are creating a favorable…