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Small Talk - How to Connect Effortlessly with Anyone

Strike Up Conversations with Confidence and Make Small Talk Without the Fear of Being Awkward

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Small Talk - How to Connect Effortlessly with Anyone

By: Betty Bohm
Narrated by: Andy Cross, Kerem Bayrak, Michele Lambert
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About this listen

Want to talk to that attractive person on the train home from work, but have no idea what to say?

Do you secretly dread going to parties?

Afraid you won't fit in at your new job because you don't "do" small talk?

Like it or not, we live in a world driven by social interaction. The more real connections we can make with others, the more doors we open for deep satisfaction at work, our social life and our love life.

Small talk is a critical first step in making those connections. Yet we have all been left to figure out how to master this skill on our own. It's no wonder so many people struggle with small talk, but you no longer have to be one of them.

No matter how long you've struggled or even if English isn't your native language, this guide will show you how to unlock the power of small talk to confidently connect with anyone.

Conquer the social fears holding you back.

©2014-2015 Jandalman Publishing (P)2015 Jandalman Publishing
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What did you like most about Small Talk - How to Connect Effortlessly with Anyone?

I'm generally shy and tend to avoid small talk because it doesn't feel comfortable or natural to me, but this book has helped to shift my mindset a bit and put the concept of small talk in a new light where I can appreciate the potential benefits I may be missing out on by avoiding small talk situations.

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I also liked the cast recording as it made the dialogue examples feel more real.

Good new perspective on the benefits of small talk

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Simple clear and engaging, very helpful explanations and relevant examples. I especially like that it is not just tips of things to say but explores considering other peoples perspectives and motivations which can lead you to rethink your own mindsets.
Betty's enthusiasism for human interaction shines through and her positivity and encouragment turns making small talk from an unnerving prospect into an oportunity to be taken and learnt from.
A good pace, well spoken and easy to listen to and understand.

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I am compelled to write a review on this audiobook so other people do not come to the same trap. The purchase of this book was triggered by my interest to improve my social skills and find ways to engage people. I was disappointed after purchasing this because the narrator is boring to death. It reminds me of Hal in 2001 Space Odyssey movie. Pretty much monotone and lacking energy.

The contents seem to repeat with no much examples and overall a disappointing experience. Try to find other options such as "Fine art of small talk" which is much better and easier to enjoy

Boredom and repetitiveness

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"Small Talk" delivers so many practical lessons for any level of English speaker. As a native English speaker it might be easy to take for granted or forget the power of small talk since we use it as a tool to transition into and out of daily scenarios. This book brings greater awareness to not only the techniques of small talk, but also a greater understanding of the associated human bahaviour. These are particularly helpful lessons for someone keen to sharpen their interaction skills as small talk is not always about talking, it also has much to do with social judgement and perspective.

The power of small talk

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If you could sum up Small Talk - How to Connect Effortlessly with Anyone in three words, what would they be?

Recommended for anyone

What does the narrators bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

Dialogues with different voices made it more "real"

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

My reaction was, "hey why didn't I think of (doing) it before?"

A handy practical guide for absolutely everyone

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