71: 6 Secrets for Starting a Conversation with Anyone

<p>All wonderful relationships began with a conversation.</p><p>That’s why having a conversation starter handy is the gateway for a future connection with a person, whether it be for networking or in a new friendship. </p><p>These are my six secrets that work like a charm for starting a conversation with anyone.</p><ul><li>[2:34] <b>1: The first one is my go-to.</b> </li></ul><p>Everyone loves to be complimented on their appearance. (But it comes with an important warning.)</p><ul><li>[3:50] <b>2: This opener is gold.</b> </li></ul><p>This tip works particularly well when you’re wondering what to say when you run into a speaker, podcaster, or even a celebrity. </p><ul><li>[4:42] <b>3: Slide in with these topics.</b> </li></ul><p>Take a cue from what they’re wearing, and when in doubt, there’s always this tried and true topic.</p><ul><li>[6:28] <b>4: Questions to ask.</b> </li></ul><p>Even if you don’t actually <em>need</em> the information, it&apos;s a good place to start.</p><ul><li>[7:09] <b>5: Ask this to sound inquisitive. </b></li></ul><p>It’s an assertive question, but also an effective one people can’t help but answer.</p><ul><li>[7:42] <b>6: Ask this, then let them take the lead.</b></li></ul><p>Your best bet for getting a good story out of a person.</p><ul><li>[8:44] <b>BONUS: The outlier.</b></li></ul><p>Simple but effective… for most situations.</p><p><b>Mentioned on the episode: </b></p><p>Want to continue our conversation? Follow me on <a href='https://twitter.com/mollymcpherson'>Twitter</a> and tell me your go-to conversation starter. I’ll have a starter tweet waiting for you.</p><p>© Molly McPherson 2020</p>