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What to do when talking to a stranger

Smile. You do it easily, and it will become much easier for the interlocutor. He will understand that you do not dislike him, and you are ready to support the conversation. Take the initiative. Start the conversation first, it will help to adjust the interlocutor positively towards you. The most favorable topic for conversation will be the interlocutor himself. After all, many people love to talk about themselves. Ask the person what he likes, what he does in his spare time. Avoid questions that can be answered with "yes" or "no." Build questions so that they need to be given a detailed answer. Listen carefully to the person, looking into his eyes. Then the interlocutor will answer you the same, and you both will enjoy the conversation. Talk about what is relevant at the moment. Discuss weather, current news. Talk about common acquaintances, if they are available. If the conversation is not glued at all, tell about what you like yourself and ask the interlocutor's opinion about this. Use a sense of humor. Tell some funny story or rate the joke of the interlocutor. Such things always bring people together. Be natural. Do not pretend to be who you are not - this will alienate the interlocutor from you.

What to avoid in a conversation with a stranger

Try to wave your hands less: this interferes with the conversation with any person. Exclude from the speech words-parasites. For example, a long "Eee" after each word leaves uncomfortable impressions with your interlocutor. Do not interrupt a person. If you do not agree, still listen to it to the end, and then express your opinion. And if the interlocutor interrupted you, then you should not make him remark. Do not interrogate the interlocutor. Of course, you can ask him a few questions about his personality, but do not question him in detail. If a person wants, he will tell you everything. Do not correct. If you notice that the interlocutor made a speech error, show your good manners without correcting it. If you started talking about your work, for example, do not load your speech with any professional terms that are incomprehensible to the interlocutor. Do not insert into talk a lot of quotes in a foreign language that the person does not own. Following these simple tips, everyone can find a common language with absolutely any person.