Quick Tip 5: Plan Conversation Topics
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.
Posted: September 3rd, 2007 under Overcoming Shyness, Tips and Tricks.
Comments
Comment from A Super Duper Neat-O Guy
Time September 5, 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 
Comment from Dee
Time September 6, 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.
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Comment from Karen Zara
Time December 26, 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.
Comment from billy bob joe
Time September 4, 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