We use conversation to relate, build relationships and understand each other.
It is a very useful communication tool that can bring great satisfaction and has many positive outcomes.
Conversation is a two way process, that only works when all participants are fully active.
To be open to conversation it is important that you make yourself available.
By presenting yourself well, being well groomed and dressed you are more likely to attract conversation.
Once the conversation as been initiated it is important that you respond appropriately to avoid the conversation coming to an abrupt halt.
What factors cause conversations to close early? Unresponsive participants - If a participant is not interested or does not make an effort to move the conversation forward by giving thoughtful responses and asking questions the conversation will die a sudden death.
Short answers, such as 'yes' and 'no' will not promote the conversation it will come to an unavoidable conclusion.
Argumentative participants - Being argumentative will not help you to have meaningful conversations.
It is fine to have different opinions but it is how appropriately you express your opinions that counts.
Showing resentful emotions and threatening behaviour is a sure way to end a conversation early.
Monotony - It is also important that there is a good balance between participants.
If one person talks for an extended period without allowing others an opportunity to talk the conversation will be one sided and dysfunctional.
The other participants may lose interest and feel monopolized.
How can one improve their conversation? It is crucial that you overcome any fear you may have of being rejected when opening a conversation.
The more you practice opening conversations and get used to the different responses the less significant any rejections you receive will be.
Everybody has some fear of rejection, it is quite natural.
If a person responds in an unsavoury manner it is more often than not their immaturity that is the issue.
By realising how significant conversations can be, we will take more action to initiate and welcome good conversation.
Conversations are a great opportunity to network, learn and bond with others.
There are many positive outcomes that need to be appreciated to encourage us to communicate well with others.
Compliments - When you cannot think of anything to say, try and make a sincere compliment.
People respond well to compliments and they can be a good way to start a conversation.
It is a very useful communication tool that can bring great satisfaction and has many positive outcomes.
Conversation is a two way process, that only works when all participants are fully active.
To be open to conversation it is important that you make yourself available.
By presenting yourself well, being well groomed and dressed you are more likely to attract conversation.
Once the conversation as been initiated it is important that you respond appropriately to avoid the conversation coming to an abrupt halt.
What factors cause conversations to close early? Unresponsive participants - If a participant is not interested or does not make an effort to move the conversation forward by giving thoughtful responses and asking questions the conversation will die a sudden death.
Short answers, such as 'yes' and 'no' will not promote the conversation it will come to an unavoidable conclusion.
Argumentative participants - Being argumentative will not help you to have meaningful conversations.
It is fine to have different opinions but it is how appropriately you express your opinions that counts.
Showing resentful emotions and threatening behaviour is a sure way to end a conversation early.
Monotony - It is also important that there is a good balance between participants.
If one person talks for an extended period without allowing others an opportunity to talk the conversation will be one sided and dysfunctional.
The other participants may lose interest and feel monopolized.
How can one improve their conversation? It is crucial that you overcome any fear you may have of being rejected when opening a conversation.
The more you practice opening conversations and get used to the different responses the less significant any rejections you receive will be.
Everybody has some fear of rejection, it is quite natural.
If a person responds in an unsavoury manner it is more often than not their immaturity that is the issue.
By realising how significant conversations can be, we will take more action to initiate and welcome good conversation.
Conversations are a great opportunity to network, learn and bond with others.
There are many positive outcomes that need to be appreciated to encourage us to communicate well with others.
Compliments - When you cannot think of anything to say, try and make a sincere compliment.
People respond well to compliments and they can be a good way to start a conversation.
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