Beyond 30 Seconds

We’ve spent a lot of time talking about quick hellos and kind gestures in small bursts, but what happens when you need to think of something to say…for 5, 10, 45 minutes? An hour?!

This could happen at a work event, a wedding reception, a birthday party of a friend, or when you join your new significant other for an event with their friends. How do you make conversation and stay engaged but still keep it light and friendly?

If you’re like Katelyn, you may be sweating at the thought of it. But even she has some great advice for killing time and making connections (Heads Up, anyone?) This episode is all about being in the moment, deciding to make the most of it and having a few tricks up your sleeve (literally, if that’s your style) to get you through the night.

Want to be a better question-asker?
Maggie mentioned this article by Josh Spector on Medium.
Harvard Business Review has more ideas, including leaning into those follow-up questions.

Tune in for more ideas for how to go deep, without getting too personal. 

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