Episode Transcript↓

I have been struggling with something recently. That is my lack of small talk skills. Basically, I am not interested in other people, and I am not the type of person who likes to talk at work, so sometimes I find myself the only one at work who is not talking with someone.

As it turns out, I understand I have to talk with my coworkers even though I’m not interested in them. So I just asked google how to go to small talk with someone, and google suggested the article titled 50 conversation starters for introverts. By the way, why did google judge me as an introvert? lol I didn't say anything, though. According to the article, there are 4 tips to start conversations.

First, Compliment the other person on something they are wearing – a jacket, a necklace, their shoes. I really agree with this point because my previous manager did the same thing. She always said I like your nails! I like your Jacket! or new hair color! something like that.

Second, it is very easy to ask someone  “ What are your plans for this weekend?” or “What did you do last weekend?” because people really prefer to think about holidays. I never asked this question but it is a very good idea, isn’t it?

Lastly, if they have some pets or you have pets, you can ask about it. I don’t. but I sometimes found people were talking about it. For me, it is kind of difficult because I’m not interested in pets as well but next time I wanna try it.

In addition, today I talked with my tutor about this issue, and she totally agreed with this article as well as she suggested I ask for some recommendations for the restaurant or someplace to visit when I want to talk with them more and more. I got it. I think I’m going to try these tips in my next job! Shall we?