5 Things to Say When Reaching Out to a Friend Right Now
BLOG #194 FOR FRI. FEB 26, 2021 — 5 Things to Say When Reaching Out to A Friend Right Now Start simple with a note with invitation to chat: “Haven’t talked in a while. Do you have a few minutes for a phone call?” “A month has gone by. Too long. Do you have a […]
Nine Non-obvious ways to have deeper conversations – Not the David Brooks NY tips
Nine Nonobvious Ways to Have Deeper Conversations for Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020 Blog#190 This is NOT the David Brooks op-ed NY Times Tips. I admire the writings of David Brooks—both his style and his content. But since I am not subscribing to the NY Times, I can’t read what he says. BUT I think the […]
Connect to People During Conversations
Title: Connect to People During Conversations Blog Website Wed. September 23, 2020 by Dr. Antonia Lawrence Johnson Connecting to the other person in conversation is good. Especially good in these times of “safer at home.” Here is an easy and informal way to connect to the other person in a conversation. Just use these phrases– […]
English Speaking Skills: Tips for Spicing up Conversation
English Speaking Skills: Tips for Spicing up Conversation The lovely thing about conversations is that you can add to your skill of making your conversations even more satisfying. Consider this: Borrow an idea from professional speakers and develop a collection of attention-getting small stories or quotes to use in conversations. Gather together these sayings and stories from […]
English Speaking Skills: Small Talk Topics
English Speaking Skills: Small Talk Topics Holidays are occasions for gatherings and conversation. We also use small talk conversations to build rapport and relationship when we gather for meetings. Thirdly, even when waiting for events to begin, we often engage in conversation and build connection to those people around us. Whether or not we are […]
English Speaking Skills: More Tips on When You Have to Say No
English Speaking Skills: More Tips on When You Have to Say No We all want to be able to say “yes” to all requests for help. However, there are always times when we have to say no. Here are some more techniques which let us feel more comfortable and the other person feel more comfortable, […]
So You Never Know What to Say!
So You Never Know What to Say! One key to small talk is listening. Use what the other person is saying as the natural guide. The person who is talking is always giving ideas and cues about what you might say or ask. Here’s a rule of thumb from Larry King, the long-standing popular talk show host. […]
English Speech Communication- More for Ending a Conversation
English Speech Communication- More for Ending a Conversation Here are some more phrases for ending a conversation. Always use kind phrases. We Should Mingle May I introduce you to (innocent bystander). Let’s go around and meet some people. I’m going to circulate around the crowd. I don’t know anyone here. Can you introduce me […]
English Speech Communication- Ending a Conversation
English Speech Communication- Ending a Conversation To wrap up a conversation, start winding it down with your body language. Change your posture and break eye contact for a few seconds, perhaps clear your throat, look at your watch, or change your tone of voice. Use kind phrases: “It has been nice talking to you.” […]
English Speech Communication- Starting a Conversation
English Speech Communication- Starting a Conversation One of my favorite Chinese proverbs is “There are three hundred and forty-six subjects for elegant conversation.” Yes, there are lots of things to talk about, even with the newest acquaintance. Keep these topics in mind when you want to start a conversation: Especially good is talking about […]