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Is suitable to ask sport news in small talk?

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Yes, as long as you know the other person is interested. Best to start off by asking them if they watch the sport/follow the team you're thinking of talking about.

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What if I am not interested in small talking about the weather (like I was blind), pets (I only like cats), or someone's relative (what I am supposed to do with that information?)

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You can try introducing a different topic of conversation, but keep in mind that there are certain things everyone does to be polite and civil in society. Nobody necessarily enjoys talking about someone else's relatives, pets, etc., but it's important to be friendly and make others feel that you care about what's going on in their lives.

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How can I be more attractive to girls?

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Check out this article on How to Be Attractive to Girls .

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I recently started taking to this girl and she's quite shy. I want to start a long conversation. I've tried things like favorite hobby, etc. but it doesn't really lead anywhere. What shall I say? By the way I'm 14.

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Maybe you could try different things. Take the answers she's given before and maybe talk about those, I'm sure she'd enjoy that. You might share some of the same interests. Maybe try different topics, or make sure you can keep the conversation going.

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I have just recently got a job that requires small talk, however I have never been good at it. What are some things you would suggest for a work conversation?

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You can talk about the stock market, sports, food, the weather, literally anything. Don't be afraid to ask random questions about a person to get to know them better.

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We both like books, but she is very shy. How do I start a conversation?

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Perhaps ask her if she has read a book which you have found interesting, then start up a conversation by telling her how she should read it and how amazing you found it. If she has read the book, start up a conversation by asking her how she found it.

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I want to talk to this girl standing by the drinking fountain across from me, but I think her name's not Jen? What to do?

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Say, "Hi, my name is (your name), what's yours?" She should tell you her name.

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I discovered that a guy I've been chatting with online goes to my school, and I have a crush on him. I'm nervous about talking to him in person. Any suggestions?

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Guys often appreciate confidence, especially if you make the first move. You could approach him by mentioning that you recognize him from your online chats, and try to start a conversation in person. Since you already share a connection, it might be easier to break the ice. Complimenting him on something like his clothes can be a good conversation starter. If he's not interested, it's okay; you'll have other opportunities with someone else. It's less stressful than it seems, and you might regret not trying.

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