"Small talk"' your Achilles heel? Turn it into a major asset.

🔎“Small Talk” is the art of engaging, exploring and connecting. Used well at Networking events, it becomes a springboard to deeper exchanges and strategic business relationships.

There are just a few keys to mastering it:

✔️ Getting ready.

Before the event, identify topics that are universal, relevant, avoid controversy and are appropriate to the professional context

✔️ Respect the 70/30 ratio.

Let the other person speak for about 70% of the time. This will provide you with useful information to feed the conversation.

✔️ Adjust your non-verbal communication.

Your body language speaks as loudly as your words. Make sure your physical presence supports your message.

✔️ Make a real commitment.

First impressions count, and a well-executed “Small Talk” can break the ice, especially if you show genuine interest in what the other person is saying.

✔️ Preparing for what comes next.

After the event, a personalised message or a proposal to meet will confirm the mutual interest.

By integrating these fundamentals, you can turn every “Small Talk” into a significant opportunity to expand your network and build lasting professional relationships.

💡Remember. The greatest projects take root in simple but genuine gestures.