Use openended questions to encourage more dialogue from "summary" of The Art of Small Talk by Jason Miller
When engaging in small talk with someone, it's important to keep the conversation flowing smoothly. One way to encourage more dialogue is by asking open-ended questions. These types of questions require more than just a yes or no answer, allowing the other person to elaborate and share more about themselves. By asking open-ended questions, you show the other person that you are genuinely interested in what they have to say. This can help to build rapport and create a more meaningful connection. Instead of asking closed-ended questions like, "Did you have a good weekend?" try asking something like, "What did you do over the weekend?" This gives the other person the oppor...
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