Struggling with small talk now you’re back in the office? You’re not alone

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How to nail office small talk if you’re worried about sounding awkward:

Indeed, including to new research from LinkedIn, 84% of young professionals are feeling ‘out of practice’ when it comes to office life, with 57% feeling like they’ve lost their ability to make small talk completely.

“Being able to make an introduction by saying something like, ‘Hi, I’m Anjula, how are you? What department do you work in?’ and asking other simple questions is a way to get straight in and break the ice,” Mutanda explains. “Something as simple as that is really effective.” “Change your mindset around,” Mutanda explains. “Instead of thinking about how people are judging you, try to think about how you feel and what you want to project.

She continues: “Something as simple as smiling at your colleague when you walk past them in the corridor is also effective, too. Not only is smiling contagious, but it also helps bonding and is a massive destressor.”In order to communicate with others effectively, you need to help yourself be your best. To do this, Mutanda recommends using the ‘traffic light system’ to work out how you’re feeling and what you can do to support your wellbeing.

 

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