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The Art of Small Talk: How to Connect With Strangers and Acquaintances

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For most of us, if we look at our best friends and the people we’re closest to, we could probably say, ‘It started with this moment.’” Nelson initiated a conversation with a woman by asking about her career as a life coach. That could mean smiling, eye contact and an affirmative nod. Most of us have anxiety around interacting.

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8 Ways to Mindfully Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile for Maximum Exposure

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Self-promotion doesn’t come naturally to all of us—especially if you’re an introvert or have had the virtue of modesty drummed into you since childhood. New research published in Scientific American expands upon one of the most cited research papers about the power of acquaintances,“The Strength of Weak Ties” by sociologist Mark Granovetter.

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‘Nice to Meet You’: The Art of Being Introduced

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Networking is ultimately about building relationships and reputations. In turn, you become a personal reflection of the introducer, so make this opportunity count—it’s not all about you. Know who you are meeting in advance by researching your new contact before you get there. Prepare for your meeting. Stay in touch.

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How to Speak Well… and Listen Better

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Think about it: Are you a smooth talker, or do you ramble? Confusion grows in direct proportion to the number of words used. Speak plainly and briefly, using the shortest, most familiar words. Each of us has a personality—a blending of traits, thought patterns and mannerisms—which can aid us in communicating clearly.

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If Sending Christmas Cards Feels Like a Chore, Here’s How to Politely Opt Out

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Many of us go further, paying extra for custom-designed photo cards and even booking private photography sessions in the hopes of capturing that perfect shot. Letting the tradition go: How to stop sending Christmas cards For different reasons, some of us are opting out of the holiday card tradition.

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Athlete Diana Flores Empowers Millions of Young Girls Through Flag Football

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When it comes to flag football, I wish more people knew that… It is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, and that it’s more than just “football without contact.” The most surprising thing about me is… I play the piano and I’m really good at it! My mantra is… “To be successful, you must not lose focus.”

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10 Favors You Can Do for Yourself Every Day

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But after thinking about it, I got her point—with a few caveats. In 2012 I wrote about my mother-in-law, Helen Johnson, and I think this question defined her life. Changing just one little thing can change how you think about your life, your work or your day. Small changes remind us that we can do more than we think.

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