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How To Be More Engaging In Your Conversations

Conversations With Open-Ended Questions

Conversations With Open-Ended Questions

If you begin discussions by asking questions regarding the current location or occasion, it can help release the pressure of trying to force a conversation. Make sure it is open ended, nonthreatening and nonpersonal.

From there you can move the conversation to something more personal. Be the one asking the questions and allow the other person to speak. 

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Selective Listening

Means to focus on a few key words and ignore the rest of someone's communication. 

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