5 Types of Annoying Conversation Partners - And How To Master Them
Part of a Conversational Masterclass Series
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This issue is part of a series on becoming a better conversationalist. Make sure to read part I here:
It happened to me at the gym. A police officer I vaguely know from the neighborhood said hello, and within seconds, told me about a scientific article he was writing with a guy who has two PhDs (apparently, one is for chumps). The topic? Emergency medical equipment selection using AI - a subject that I’ve never shown interest in
I nodded, listened, and watched the way he spoke. At the end, his voice lifted, posture straightened, and he glanced at me, waiting for…praise.
That’s when it clicked. This was a little boy showing me his drawing. Understand when this happens and what to do about it, and you can nip problems early and design better social connections.
And don’t miss the section below on how to make fun of yourself effectively…
