Small talk is the bread and butter of social interaction. Without it, we would not be making friends, building trust in new acquaintances, easing into deeper conversations or navigating unfamiliar ...

Like any art, small talk improves with practice. Over time, you’ll build a rich tapestry of contacts, insights and ...

It may be called small talk, but simply flexing your natural inquisitiveness and asking a few key questions, can lead to very big talk, helping you connect with others on a deeper level. Keep reading ...

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For many people, small talk is not their favorite activity, but everyone engages in it at some point. When meeting new people, small talk is used as an icebreaker for conversation. It’s an interaction ...

Those who master the art of small talk can achieve a lot in their careers. What chatting at work can achieve and, above all, ...

Chitchatting about the weather or exchanging niceties may feel superficial and a waste of time. But if done right, small talk might help you with your career. Researchers who have studied small talk ...