Being a good conversationalist can help you in all aspects of life from socially to professionally, and since we’ve mentioned how important this skill is in other videos, we thought we’d break it down to the key points.
1. Listen
It actually starts with not talking at all. Whether you’re meeting someone for the first time or working a crowded room or bar, listening will help you be more engaged with others which will, in turn, make the conversation flow much more easily and make it a better experience for everyone else.
2. Be Genuine
Starting with a friendly, genuine interest in others is an important foundation to becoming a better conversationalist.
3. Be Complimentary
Giving someone a thoughtful and genuine compliment (but not too over the top) will instantly put them at ease and make them more comfortable in the situation.
4. Practice Makes Perfect
Just like with many other things in life, the more you practice your conversation skills, the more confident and comfortable you’ll be in your skills.
5. Know How To Start A Conversation
It can just be as simple as introducing yourself and asking simple questions. If you’re in a social setting, keep it simple. You can even practice a few basic questions for any type of setting so you’ll always feel prepared and relaxed. For more conversation starters, check out this video.
6. Keep The Conversation Going
Back to asking questions and being genuine, simply being engaged and thoughtful will help any conversation progress organically.
7. Know How To End One Too
Ending a conversation politely is just as important. You want to make sure the other people involved don’t feel ditched. So be friendly but direct, your delivery will determine how everyone else feels after you’ve left.
Give these tips a shot and make sure to practice and you’ll hone your conversation skills in no time!