Quick Tip 5: Plan Conversation Topics
September 3rd 2007
Here is great tip for overcoming shyness that was sent in by a reader. They didn’t want to be named, but reported that they use this tip on a daily basis and it works well.
The Tip.
Plan some conversation topics before you leave the house each morning. Watch/listen or read the morning news to stay up-to-date with news and current affairs. Think about some topic that you can use later in the day to start conversation. This has several benefits:
- 1. Knowing the news and current affairs means you are able to contribute to conversations.
- 2. You have conversation topics ideas. After reading the news take notes of several topics that you could ask co-workers if they heard or what they think.
- 3. You keep informed with what is going on in the world.
September 4th, 2007 at 6:41 pm
i love your blog. i’m shy too. it sucks cuz i know i’m a cool person and a great friend. i use all your tips. thanks dude
September 5th, 2007 at 3:41 pm
Wow, I just came across your blog. I’m intrigued, because I also have a blog about shyness, and I write the same kinds of things. I actually have a whole post where I keep track a running list of good potential conversation topics, although I didn’t think of taking news notes every day. Anyway, my blog is here if anyone wants to check it out:
http://socialturnaround.blogspot.com
Good luck! I’ll be reading up on the rest of your blog
September 6th, 2007 at 4:21 am
@ Billy bob joe thanks for your comment. You are right - shyness can suck at times. Just remember it is something that you can overcome.
@ A Super duper Neat-o guy - thanks for letting me know about your blog. It’s great! I love finding new blogs to read, especially ones that give a different point of view on shyness and what can help.
September 25th, 2007 at 11:53 pm
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December 26th, 2007 at 3:47 pm
Dee, this is a very good tip. And it’s so easy to do it… Congratulations on the reader who sent it to you. And thank you for sharing it.