Conversationally Speaking: Tested New Ways to Increase Your Personal and Social Effectiveness
I needed a book that would help me master the art of conversation, and this book was a great place to start. It went over everything one needs to become a skilled conversationalist, including asking questions that promote conversation, listening so others will talk, and (the hardest one for me) starting conversations. It discussed nonverbal aspects of conversing too, and finally answered a question I’ve had for forever: how long to keep eye contact?? Answer: one to ten seconds.
I actually got a chance to put what I learned here into practice shortly before finishing the book. I went to a queer friend mixer at a vegan bar/bookstore, and it really worked! I found myself picking up free information and asking questions that kept the conversation going.
