Last is the gold mine of storytelling. You’re looking for those memorable moments, lessons learned, or just something interesting. Ask things like , “What’s an unforgettable experience you’ve had?” or “Have you learned anything important lately?”

E is for Experience

“Ultimately, the bond of all companionship, whether in marriage or friendship, is conversation.”

This is all about fun, hobbies, and what they do to chill. Ask things like, “What do you like to do for fun?” or “Got any hobbies that you’re really into?” This part of the conversation is crucial because it’s all about what makes them tick when they’re off the clock.

R is for Recreation

“Good conversation is as stimulating as black coffee, and just as hard to sleep after.”

This one is huge because people spend most of their day at work. Dive into questions like, “What do you do for a living?” or “What’s your dream job?” You’re getting to understand their ambitions, passions, and maybe even what they’re hustling towards outside of their day job.

O is for Occupation

“A single conversation across the table with a wise man is better than ten years mere study of books.”

These ones about where they’re from, places they’ve lived, traveled to, or dream of seeing. Ask things like, “Have you traveled anywhere interesting lately?” or “Is there a place you’d love to visit someday?”

G is for Geography

F is for Family,O is for Occupation,R is for Recreation,G is for Geography,E is for Experience.

F.O.R.G.E.

This is your go to for starting a conversation because everyone’s got some kind of family. It’s relatable and can open up a ton of pathways for your chat. You could ask things like, “Do you have any siblings?” or “What’s a crazy family tradition you guys have?”

F is for Family

“The stronger person is not the one making the most noise but the one who can quietly direct the conversation toward defining and solving problems.”

This is your secret weapon for making sure conversations never get that awkward silence and after mastering it you will never run out of things to say.

The F.O.R.G.E method.

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