What is an example of a conversation driver? (Behaviors that make people want to continue a conversation)
looking at the person, listening, asking questions, making comments on topic
Pick a member of our group and name one thing that they like to do. Hint: People Files
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Role Play: Start a conversation with a classmate who you just noticed carrying a book that you recently read and liked.
Example: "Hey! What do you think of that book?"
Pick a member of our group and name one thing that they like to do. Hint: People Files
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Pick a member of our group and name one thing you remember about them. Hint: People Files
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What is an example of a conversation stopper? (Behaviors that make people want to end a conversation)
interrupting someone who is speaking, talking only about your interests, not listening to others, arguing
What can we say to make small talk with someone?
"Hey, how's it going?"
Why is it important to greet the people we see before we start a conversation?
Greetings let people know you are speaking to them and are the best way to start a conversation with someone we see.
Role Play: Start a conversation with someone in our group by asking a question.
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Role Play: Start a conversation with someone in group about plans for the weekend.
Example: "What are you up to this weekend?"
If two people are in a conversation, about how much time should each spend talking?
They should spend an equal amount of time so it's fair to everyone.
What is a good way to gain someone's attention if we want to ask them a question?
Wait until they stop talking to ask/ Look at them/ Say "Excuse me."
Role Play: Start a conversation with someone in group about something that happened yesterday.
Example: "Hi! You're never going to believe what happened yesterday!"
Practice introducing yourself with confidence to a new person.
Hi my name is ______. Nice to meet you!