I don’t love talking with strangers. I’m an introvert at heart, and making an effort to engage in social interaction often drains my energy. But still, I do it. Not because I feel like I have to, but ...
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20 Easy Conversation Starters to Break the Ice

Does your brain shut down, and your tongue become heavy when you need to start a conversation? Breaking the ice can sometimes seem like a Herculean task. However, revealing fun facts about yourself is ...
What’s the best way to start a conversation when meeting someone for the first time, especially at a cocktail party or conference? “Hello, how are you?” is tired and lame. “Are you enjoying the event?
You can spend years building credibility at work and still feel unprepared for the moment you need to say something uncomfortable. That one difficult conversation you wish you could avoid often turns ...
E ffective communication is one of the most important skills you can learn. You use communication skills in your ...
For leaders, keeping your workforce engaged and happy in 2025 is more than just the pay packet, working conditions, and benefits. The social contract between employers and employees has changed ...