Listen effectively. 40 Yocan't concentrate on what someone's saying if you're thinking about what you’re going to say next. The key to effective communication is to focus fully on the speaker and show interest in what's being said. Nod occasionally, smile at the person, and encourage the speaker to continue with or “uh huh.”

A. Choose subjects you’re interested in.

B. Use a praise to create a good atmosphere.

C. Keep the conversation going with small talks.

D. It is not the same as wailing for your turn to talk.

E. Ask specific questions that arc related to the drinks.

F. Ask a question that requires more than just a yes or no answer

G. Here are some ways to have a conversation with someone new.