Show appreciation for the conversation from "summary" of Small Talk - You Can Do It by Betty Bohm
One important aspect of engaging in small talk is to show appreciation for the conversation. This means letting the other person know that you value their time and input. There are several ways to do this effectively. Firstly, make sure to actively listen to what the other person is saying. This means giving them your full attention, making eye contact, and nodding or responding appropriately to show that you are engaged in the conversation. By actively listening, you are demonstrating that you are truly interested in what the other person has to say. Additionally, it is important to ask thoughtful questions and offer meaningful responses. This shows that you are ...
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