How to Make Small Talk in Uncomfortable Situations
How many times have you found yourself in an uncomfortable situation and were terrified you’d have nothing to say?
For example: It’s the end of the day and you just found out your boss’s car won’t start. They ask you to give them a ride home or to share a ride on mass transit.
You don’t have to panic! There are a number of topics you can use that will keep the conversation going very smooth. If your boss has children, this could lead to a favorable outcome. Ask the boss how old they are and how they’re doing in school. People love to talk about their children and this will keep the focus off of you. Ask questions such as, "What’s it like to have a child like so and so?" With any luck, this should put a smile on the boss’s face and get them talking so you can relax and just enjoy the ride home.
For example: It’s the end of the day and you just found out your boss’s car won’t start. They ask you to give them a ride home or to share a ride on mass transit.
You don’t have to panic! There are a number of topics you can use that will keep the conversation going very smooth. If your boss has children, this could lead to a favorable outcome. Ask the boss how old they are and how they’re doing in school. People love to talk about their children and this will keep the focus off of you. Ask questions such as, "What’s it like to have a child like so and so?" With any luck, this should put a smile on the boss’s face and get them talking so you can relax and just enjoy the ride home.
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