Storytelling
3 Books in 1
-Useful Methods and Advice to Conquer Small Talk,
-How to Use Storytelling in Your Communication,
-Discover the #1 Tactics to Become a Master at Social Communication with Amazing Charisma
Keith Coleman
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Table of Contents
Conversation Skills: Useful Methods and Advice to Conquer Small Talk, Improve Social Confidence and Network Like Never Before
Introduction
Chapter 1: Why Effective Communication Skills Matter
Chapter 1 Summary
Chapter 2: Communication Obstacles you’re Likely to Face
Chapter 2 Summary
Chapter 3: Getting Started on Building Effective Conversation Skills
Chapter 3 Summary
Chapter 4: How to Become a Conversational Whiz At Work
Chapter 4 Summary
Chapter 5: Charismatically Cool
Chapter 5 Summary
Chapter 6: Conversational Confidence Is Key
Chapter 6 Summary
Conclusion
Conversation Skills: How to Use Storytelling in Your Communication to Gain Recognition, Be More Likeable, & Connect with People
Introduction
Chapter 1: Elements of a Compelling and Unforgettable Conversation
Chapter 2: Use the Power of Storytelling to Connect with People
Chapter 3: Weave Stories Effectively in Conversations
Chapter 4: Elements of a Powerful Story
Chapter 5: Pointers for Narrating Powerful Anecdotes
Chapter 6: Using Storytelling for Sales, Business and Professional Networking
Conclusion
Conversation Skills: Discover the #1 Tactics to Become a Master at Social Communication with Amazing Charisma, & Crucial Confidence. Go From Being Shy to a Magnetic Casanova, & Impress Your Friends!
Introduction
Chapter 1: Secret Qualities of a Charismatic Person
Chapter 2: Using the Power of Words to Increase Your Magnetism
Chapter 3: 20 Tactics to Increase your Charisma and Transform into a Social Magnet
Chapter 4: How to Activate the Social Confidence Super Power
Conclusion
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Conversation Skills
Useful Methods and Advice to Conquer Small Talk, Improve Social Confidence and Network Like Never Before
Keith Coleman
Introduction
Conversation skills are something that many people struggle with. And the thing is, you need to master this skill in order to thrive in your everyday life and workplace where you spend the majority of your time. You might say that conversation skills are an essential skill every individual should improve upon. But how do we do that if making smooth and effortless discussions is something we struggle with?
The answer is through repetitive practice of effective strategies. Master these methods to start noticing a massive difference in the way you communicate with those around you. Be it verbal or non-verbal, effective communication is one asset that everybody should have in their repertoire, and in this book you will discover the essential techniques, strategies and methods to help you improve, even the non-verbal messages that you might not be aware of (yes, they matters just as much).
If you’re tired of struggling to keep a conversation going, initiate a discussion or to fit in at social gatherings, then this book might have precisely what you need. Even if you’re an introvert by nature, you will benefit from what this book has to teach. Start building genuine relationships and network like never before with useful methods and advice to conquer small talk while improving your self-confidence in the process.
Chapter 1:
Why Effective Communication Skills Matter
Having a conversation and being an effective communicator matter. You know that, which is why you are here right now reading this book. Picture this scenario:
You’re in the middle of a conversation with someone. Unfortunately, that person is not the best at having a discussion. They’re stumbling and struggling to get the point across, their words become jumbled, and they’re becoming increasingly more nervous until finally, the conversation tapers off into awkward silence. An awkward silence then leads to forced attempts at filling in the gaps with mindless chit-chat to which neither party is interested in. Finally, both people go their separate ways, relieved to have left that uncomfortable situation.
What do you think is going to happen? You can try to be as courteous as possible, but eventually, you’re going to struggle to maintain interest in the conversation. This is a common issue, particularly for those who have not the best skills with social interactions.
But don’t be too hard on yourself. Not everyone is a natural at charming people, especially strangers that they meet for the first time. Introverts might even have a harder time with that sort of thing. Having absolutely nothing in common to talk about can be straight up terrifying.
Let’s Talk About Why Conversation Skills Matter in Everyday Scenarios
We encounter dozens of people each day when we leave our homes. We pass them on the street, in the supermarkets, department stores or when making a purchase. And we encounter people day-in and day-out at the workplace where – if you have a full-time job - demands you be in the office for at least 8 hours a day. Naturally, you’ll have to converse with someone at some point, which is precisely why having some skills matter.
We live in a world in which we are surrounded by people, and you need to be able to relate to others around you. Whether you enjoy it or not, you need to be able to converse with people to help you get what you want and where you want to go.
Conversation skills help you to form bonds and relationships with the people around you, to make you feel connected and give you a sense of belonging. Communication is one of the essential foundations of a human relationship and determines just how well you can bond with another person. It helps two strangers become friends. It keeps you from feeling isolated like you’re completely lost and alone with no one around who understands you.
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you’ve had a misunderstanding with someone because the information was taken out of context? These types of circumstances can escalate into argu
ments and in the most severe cases even lead to physical confrontation. This is one example of why it’s so important to be able to converse well to get your point across, to be clearly understood by whomever you may speak to.
Why Conversation Skills Matter at Work
Think of all the successful individuals you know, whether directly or indirectly, for example motivational speakers. What contributes to their success? How did they get to where they are? Because they are able to communicate effectively, and they have mastered the art of conversation skills to a point where they can meet anybody in a completely relaxed, effortless manner. They are easily understood and easy to get along with. They command attention when they speak and more importantly, they project an air of confidence with every conversation. That is what great conversation skills can do for you.
Being able to converse well also helps you to express your ideas, especially at a workplace where it could actually give your career a boost. In a work environment, your performance is reliant on how well you can contribute productively to your team and your organization, to be seen as an asset.
Conversation skills at the workplace are just as valuable as any other skill set you’re already utilizing to keep you in your job. No matter how good you may be at what you do, you’re not going to get very far if you’re unable to communicate well with the people you work with.
One example of this would be a scenario where you would have to deal with an unhappy or dissatisfied client. Imagine not being able to communicate well in that situation where you would have to persuade or try to appease them. Struggling to convey your message correctly might make the client even more unhappy or angry with your service, leading them to take their business elsewhere. In a work environment, poor conversation skills spell disaster and can possibly even end your career.
Are you starting to understand why conversation skills are so critical? Do you see just how essential they can be?
Working on these skills and being able to small talk will help you develop the confidence you need to form relationships for networking. Keeping your relation with your co-workers harmonious and productive helps you to feel comfortable and confident working and sharing ideas with them. This also goes the other way around, small talk helps your colleagues being at ease and comfortable in your presence. They will never be worried about awkward pauses and feeling discomfort when you don’t know what to say to each other. At work, you’ll become the person that is approachable and likable. And when a conversation is at a point where it can flow freely, it becomes easier to build a working environment or a team that’s cohesive and productive.
Conquering small talk will make you an asset to your organization, especially if you’re dealing with clients. Building a strong rapport that results in sales, loyalty and returning customers rely heavily on effective communication. If you can master these skills, every client that deals with you will walk away feeling satisfied and happy with the service they received. Opening up a conversation that leads you to understand exactly what they want makes it much easier to fulfill their requests.
How Do I Even Start With Small Talk If I’m Terrible at It?
That is precisely what you will come to learn by the time you get through this book. The first key point to remember when learning how to conquer small talk and conversations is timing. You need to start a discussion off on the right foot with someone from the very beginning.
Before you strike up a conversation with someone, you need to observe and gauge the situation. Pay attention to every detail. For instance, is the person you intend to have a conversation with busy? Are they distracted? Are they preoccupied with something else? Are they already in the middle of a conversation? Is this the right time or situation to attempt talking to them?
Taking the situations mentioned above into consideration, the following advice will help you to get established as a memorable and likable person, someone that they would enjoy talking to again:
1. Remembers Their Names
The best way to be impressionable right from the get-go is to be someone who remembers another person’s name. When you begin a small talk session, walk up to that person, smile, and make eye contact when you’re introducing yourself. Make it a habit of remembering their names. That way, the next time you hold a conversation with them, and you show that you can remember who they are, they’ll warm up to you immediately, kicking off that session on the right foot.
One useful trick to remembering someone’s name is to repeat it back to them when they introduce themselves. For example, after they have told you their name, say I’m pleased to meet you, Anne. End the conversation the same way, by repeating their name once more, it was lovely talking to you, Anne, I hope we can do it again. Think about how you’ve felt when someone remembered your name as opposed to when you’ve had to re-introduce yourself to someone you’ve already met. Which one is going to leave more of an impression? You need to make people want to talk to you again.
2. Be Present in The Conversation
This may not be a big important business meeting that requires your full-on, 100% attention, but small talk is just as essential and commands just as much of your attention. In fact, make it a habit each time you’re talking with someone to give them your undivided attention. Put away your phone, ignore everything else, and focus entirely on the person you are speaking to.
Conversation is a two-way street, and if you’re not an active participant in it, then it won’t be long before you eventually run out of things to say. The conversation will be filled with awkward silences and gaps before finally tapering off and die. You need to be able to bounce back and forth, keeping the conversation flowing, so the other person is not the only one doing all the talking. Pay attention and actively listen when the other person is speaking. Process the information they are giving you, which will help you to keep an active conversation going. This leaves the other person feeling good because they’ll perceive that they matter and will be excited to talk to you again.
3. Be Genuine
The easiest way to do this is by being yourself. Even though you are practicing and putting the strategies you learn into effect, be wary of trying too hard or you might come off as insincere or fake. Think about a time when you thought a person speaking to you seemed to be like that. How did it make you feel? If you’re attempting to offer a compliment of some sort make sure it is one that is sincere or don’t bother saying anything at all, or you may risk coming off as dishonest. Why is it risky to offer a compliment you don’t mean? Remember how we talked about non-verbal communication earlier? If you don’t mean what you say, it’s going to show in your body language. The bottom line is this, be genuine all the way.
Chapter 1 Summary
Conversation skills matter because:
● Being able to effectively communicate and converse with others around you help form bonds and relationships.
● Effective conversation skills minimize instances of misunderstanding and communication.
● Effective conversation skills help you to increase your confidence when talking to other people.
Conversation skills matter at work because:
● Conversation skills help you to better express your ideas and opinions.
● Conversation skills and small talk help building relationships and rapport with clients and colleagues alike.
● Effective conversation and communication lead to better teamwork when people are comfortable being around you.
● Effective conversation skills help you to maintain relationships and network with your clients.
Advice to remember when beginning your journey:
● The key to starting a conversation off on the right foot from the beginning is all about your timing. Wait for the right time, and make sure the person is in the right frame of mind to be approached and engaged in small talk.
● Be genuine; don’t offer compliments unless you are entirely sincere about it.
● Actively participate a
nd listen in the conversations you are involved in.
● Make an effort to remember the names of the people you are conversing with.
● Don’t try too hard. Remember, what you are saying with your body language is more visible than you might think.
Chapter 2:
Communication Obstacles you’re Likely to Face
Being able to hold a productive conversation seems to be enough of a struggle for many people, a struggle which is made even more complicated by certain obstacles. Misunderstanding and miscommunication will happen because of these difficulties we are faced with. No matter how hard we try, sometimes our messages get lost along the way and do not come across how we may have intended them to.
Common Communication Obstacles That Are Likely to Cause a Problem in Your Conversation Attempts
A lack of confidence, not carrying yourself assertively during a conversation is considered as one of the more prominent barriers, because the receiving party will not be convinced with what you have to say. Chapter 6 highlights and discusses this in more detail. Besides lacking confidence, some other obstacles which are considered a hindrance:
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