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Being a Good Conversationalist
- Develop the conversation. For example, if
you start out with this statement about Russia (the fact), build on it by saying
something like, "I thought that was fascinating" (your feeling). Then
expand on that with an explanation, such as, "It was, of course, a
statement about preferring democracy to communism," and then follow-up with
an engaging question, such as, "Would you ever like to go to Russia?"
- Make statements and ask open-ended
questions to get beyond just "yes" or "no." For example, ask
"What is your favorite food?" instead of asking, "Do you like
Italian food?"
Being afraid to say anything out
of fear you'll sound silly, stupid, or foolish.
In The New Millennium: Saying anything that
comes to your mind, however it comes out of your mouth, without intentionally
hurting the other person's feelings, of course. That shows confidence about who
you are. Get in touch with your intuition. if it sounds strange to you, say so.
Being too humble. Holding back
saying nice things about yourself.
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