Easy Ways to Have More Meaningful Conversations

Being an excellent conversationalist is part science and part art. For most of us, it takes practice to be successful at communicating verbally.

There are plenty of little tricks and strategies you can use to enhance your conversation experience. You’ll enjoy your conversations more, and so will the other person.

Verbal skills are great for advancing your career and social life.

A great conversationalist always has someone to talk to!

Practice these techniques to enhance your verbal skills:

1. Lower your requirements for success.

When it comes to making small talk at a party, too often we want to be the most amazing conversationalist the world has ever seen.

It’s not necessary to be the “best” anything to leave a positive impression or to have a successful conversation.

By lowering your performance requirement, you can relax and be a better conversation partner.

2. Ask better questions.

Ideally, you shouldn’t have to say too much during many conversations. Just a few, well-chosen questions can keep the other person talking for quite a while.

Ask open-ended questions about something meaningful to the other person and just kick back and relax.

Good questions are an easy way to keep the other person engaged in the conversation.

3. Listen well.

Listening is half of the conversation. Keep your eyes and attention on the other person.

Think about what is being said. Avoid thinking about what you want to say next. Just keep your attention on what’s being said to you.

4. Ensure that you’re both understood.

Make sure you heard what you thought you heard. Verify that you’ve been understood, too.

Good communication requires that the relayed information was received and understood.

5. Wait your turn.

Avoid interrupting someone. Just because you’re done listening doesn’t mean they were done speaking.

Wait until the other person is done talking and then feel free to respond. The other person will appreciate the consideration.

6. Be interesting.

Unless there was recently a tornado or a record high temperature, no one other than a meteorologist wants to talk about the weather.


Have a couple of good stories ready to go at a moment’s notice.

One easy way to be interesting is to stay on top of current events. Watch the news while you sweat your cares away on the treadmill.

However you manage it, ensure you know what’s going on in the world.

If you know what the other person is passionate about, you can use that as a conversation topic.

7. Be open and honest, but polite.

Honesty and openness are refreshing. Too many people are overly concerned with being politically correct or socially acceptable.

This isn’t an excuse to be rude, but having an opinion that you’re willing to share puts you head and shoulders above most.

8. Show enthusiasm for the chance to speak with the other person.

Make the other person feel special. You know how good it feels when someone is excited to see you.

See if you can create a similar feeling in the other person.

9. End the conversation when the time is right.

It’s better to go out on a high note than after the conversation has died. This way, they’ll be eager to speak with you again soon.

We aren’t taught how to be a great conversationalist in school, but we should be. It’s a valuable skill that can help your career.

It can also allow you to have a more enjoyable time at social events. It can give a great boost to your social life in general.

Take advantage of every opportunity to work on your conversation skills.

Easy Ways to Make Anyone Like You

Many people are naturally likeable, but others need to put in a little work. There's no secret regarding what makes someone likeable.

There's been a ton of research done on this topic, but it's not necessary to be familiar with the research.

All you have to do is look around at the people you know and notice what those that are likeable have in common. Look at the people in your life that everyone seems to enjoy being around.

It's easy to become likeable! Try these techniques:

1. Be a great listener.

Most people are terrible listeners. In fact, they don't even try to listen. They’re simply waiting for an opportunity to speak again.

You can really stand out from the crowd by making a concerted effort to listen well. Give everyone you speak to your full attention.

2. Be open-minded.

No one likes to be around someone that is judgmental. Keep an open mind and not only will you be more likeable, but you'll learn more, too.

You’ll also find that this is a more enjoyable way to live, because you won't be so annoyed when others don't live according to your standards.

3. Be reliable.

We like to be able to predict the behavior of others. Keep your word and people will like you more.

4. Be quick to smile.

Smiling puts others at ease and shows the world that you’re happy and in control. Even babies intuitively understand the power of smiling.

It’s one of our favorite things to do. Smiling in difficult situations is comforting to everyone around you.

5. Be positive.

An upbeat attitude is infectious and positively impacts everyone around you. Consider how you feel about the pessimistic people in your life.


Now, think about the positive people you know. Which do you consider to be more likeable?

6. Be interesting.

Share yourself with the world. Everyone is interesting. Some people are just too bashful to allow anyone to see it.

Have a few hobbies or other interests and be willing to talk about them with others. Allow your uniqueness to shine through.

7. Be interested.

Be interested in others. Ask questions that show you’re curious about them. We love it when others are interested in our lives.

Ask someone to give you their opinion. Being interested shows the other person that they are important.

You can become one of the most popular people you know, even if you've never been invited to a single party. Likeable people share many common traits.

All you need to do is to adopt these behaviors and make them your own.

It’s necessary to be easy to be around and to make others feel good.

Isn’t that what being likeable is all about? When you’re spending time with someone, ask yourself what you can do to make the other person feel good about themselves.

Also, consider ways that you can make yourself more enjoyable to spend time with.

Ask your friends and family what you can do to be more likeable. You might find the answers interesting. Pay close attention to the suggestions you hear repeatedly.

Practice being likeable! Soon, you’ll find that you enjoy it too!

Find Your Own Voice and Allow Your Individuality to Shine

It’s not easy to stand out and reveal yourself to the world. We learn early in life that it’s often easier to blend in.

Standing out in a school setting often results in bullying and teasing. It gets easier in adulthood, but those early lessons can be hard to shake.

However, the world needs your individuality. And you need to be yourself. Life is never completely satisfying while you’re pretending to be less than you really are.

Let the world see exactly who you are:

1. Understand that everyone is trying to fit in.

We all have an innate desire to fit in with the crowd. It’s not comfortable to stand out, but that’s where you’ll find the most success and satisfaction.


2. Know that people are respected for daring to be unique.

Think about the people you know that are willing to be themselves regardless of the circumstances. Their level of comfort is attractive to others. We love people with this ability and want to be more like them.


3. Identify what’s unique about you.

What can you do better than most people? What are your natural gifts and talents? What is unique about you?

What can you bring to the world that’s in short supply? What is your greatest value to the world? How are you different from others?

4. Find ways to show yourself to the world that aren’t too uncomfortable.

Suppose your talent is painting, but you fear showing anyone your work.

You might choose to post your artwork anonymously online. Or you might try to sell your art in a gallery that’s out of town.

5. Focus on the positive.

When you receive some results from taking that first step, focus on the positive. Allow yourself to enjoy the compliments.

Notice how any criticism doesn’t really mean a thing. The better you can make yourself feel, the more comfortable you’ll be taking a bigger step.

6. Find like-minded people.

There are people out there trying to do the same thing you are. Keeping with the artist theme, you could find other artists to spend time with.

You can support each other. You can learn from each other. You’ll feel braver if you’re part of a community.

7. Continue to grow.

Always be pushing forward. You don’t have to go fast to end up someplace great. You simply need to keep moving.

We admire those that are willing to be themselves. In a sea of seemingly average people, those brave enough to present themselves honestly to the world are valued and respected.

You can be one of those people. Take a deep breath and reveal your true self. Share your talents and your weirdness. The world needs you.

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