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    How do you start up a conversation with someone at a party?
    Chloe Carmichael, PhD
    Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Author of Nervous Energy
    Chloe Carmichael, PhD is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who runs a private practice in New York City. With over 12 years of psychological consulting experience, Dr. Chloe specializes in relationship issues, stress management, self-esteem, and career coaching. She has also instructed undergraduate courses at Long Island University and has served as adjunct faculty at the City University of New York. Dr. Chloe completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at Long Island University in Brooklyn, New York, and her clinical training at Lenox Hill Hospital and Kings County Hospital. She is accredited by the American Psychological Association and is the author of “Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety” and “Dr. Chloe's 10 Commandments of Dating.”
    Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Author of Nervous Energy
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    Try to think of 3-4 small talk topics before you get to the party. You might talk about the location of the party, share an interesting fact about the party, or mention something about the organizer of the party. If you bump into someone you know, spend a little time thinking about the last time you saw them and ask them a question based on that.
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    What is the best way to improve communication skills at work?
    Joseph Phillips
    Clinical Therapist, MSW
    Joseph Phillips, MSW is a Clinical Therapist and Social Worker at Transformative Growth Counseling, which is based in Illinois and Florida. He specializes in relationship and attachment therapy and treats anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. He earned a Master of Social Work from Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, and he completed his clinical internship with Transformative Growth Counseling. Joseph is also certified in disaster and collective trauma counseling.
    Clinical Therapist, MSW
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    Above all, it revolves around shame and not wanting to be disconnected from that person you need to be able to communicate with. Shame has so much control over what we communicate that it hinders creativity and productivity. Overcoming that shame helps you to communicate better with people at work.
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    How can I manage the pressure?
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    Work on building up your confidence. Tell yourself that what you have to say is important and that people will listen. Over time you will find yourself growing more comfortable with talking to others.
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    How do I improve my verbal skills?
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    Just keep on practicing. Try to speak with many different people and avoid broken language.
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    How can I learn to speak fluent English in public?
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    Frame your sentences before you speak. Remain calm, and speak slowly.
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    How do I make a good first impression?
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    Be prepared before you enter in the interview room. Introduce yourself with a smile, and greet the interviewer confidently.
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    I can't communicate correctly, because my voice is not good and I'm too weak at pronouncing words. Can I improve my pronunciation skills?
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    Yes. Being confident and having a positive image of yourself can help you to acquire better communication skills.
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