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5. In order to have a good conversation, there are only three things to leave out: politics, religion and personal questions.
Politics and religion should be avoided for obvious reasons. Generally speaking⑤, political and religious opinions are personal; people avoid discussing them, even with friends and workmates. If a person asks you about politics or religion, and you do not want to talk about them, it is perfectly OK to say, “If you do not mind, I would rather not talk about politics/religion.”
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Small Talk
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How to make small talks Small talk is an essential① part of our daily life, and is an essential skill to make you more popular as well as② to make other people happy. However, it can be a big challenge, here are some tips to improve your skills on small talk. 1. Be the first to say “Hello”. If you're not sure the other person will remember you, offer your name to ease③ the pressure. For example,“I am Fred,glad to see you again.” Smile first and always shake hands when you meet someone.