Here are my five tops tips to make you a super star at small talk…

• Practise small talk with people you meet in everyday situations such as shop assistants, waiters and strangers on the bus and train.
• Read a lot and watch the news so you have something to say about what’s happening in the world.
• Do it where you feel more comfortable. You might find it easier to talk to strangers in a bookshop or coffee shop than a club or bar.
• Don’t drink to help you relax and loosen up. It will only make you seem dippy.
• Don’t take rejection personally. You can’t expect to hit it off with everyone.

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