Small Talk: A Big Deal
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topics like summer fashion or winter foods. Once we have a common interest, a friendship can begin. The more we engage in small talk, the more friends we can make.
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bond with the interviewer right away. Effective small talk can make that first impression get you the job. Small talk is equally important after you are hired. In fact, research demonstrates that just five minutes of small talk can lead to more successful business deals. Effective small talk at the office can also help people get promoted more often.
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Other people avoid small talk because they dislike discussing things like traffic, weather, or sports scores. For them, these topics are just too small. However, when you think about it, small talk is anything but small. In fact, it is actually a very big deal!