B2 – Upper Intermediate
By definition, introverts are individuals who get easily worn out by socializing and mostly dislike shallow conversations.
Watch the video to know some tips on how to manage small talk and avoid being socially uncomfortable despite being an introvert.
Discussion Questions:
- Do you like or dislike small talks? Why or why not?
- What can be done to be good at making conversations with people you’ve just met?
- Who are some prominent figures today who you would consider introverted? How do they normally conduct themselves in a group or in front of the public?
- What advice would you give to introverted newly-hired employees?
- Would you rather be an extrovert or an introvert? Explain.
2 replies on “How to Master Small Talk as an Introvert”
1. Do you like or dislike small talks? Not a big fan Why or why not? Because I see them as a wast of time.
What can be done to be good at making conversations with people you’ve just met? Talking about meaningful things.
Who are some prominent figures today who you would consider introverted? Most of the actors actually. Ones I read that they started acting because of being introverted. How do they normally conduct themselves in a group or in front of the public? Most of introverts pretend they are okay with a group of people. When They talk about a topic they like or somehow they are introduced in a way they feel comfortable everything runs smoothly.
What advice would you give to introverted newly-hired employees? Be yourself. You don’t need to be extrovert to fit in. Be who you are.
Would you rather be an extrovert or an introvert? Explain. Introvert. I speak up when I need to. I am comfortable with my coworkers.
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