{"id":171836,"date":"2024-08-08T10:00:23","date_gmt":"2024-08-08T08:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/?p=171836"},"modified":"2026-04-21T17:56:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T15:56:41","slug":"smalltalk-definition-tips-questions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/blog\/smalltalk-definition-tips-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Small Talk: With These Tips, You&#8217;ll Become a Master of Casual Conversation"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id='av-layout-grid-1'  class='av-layout-grid-container av-5o332yei-5f21f5ddddfa8c0a3613873a0ebc4d6b entry-content-wrapper main_color av-flex-cells av-break-at-tablet  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-first   container_wrap sidebar_right'  >\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" 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.heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-lz6tspzy-7559fe43be7f15bfa2782da0069031e2 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-lz6tspzy-7559fe43be7f15bfa2782da0069031e2 av-special-heading-h1 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-4  el_before_av_hr  avia-builder-el-first '><h1 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Small Talk: With These Tips, You\u2019ll Become a Master of Casual Conversation<\/h1><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-58bk7zca-5ee4b85c7411b1e1b6cdf762106451dd\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-58bk7zca-5ee4b85c7411b1e1b6cdf762106451dd{\nheight:5px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-58bk7zca-5ee4b85c7411b1e1b6cdf762106451dd hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6tt60q-eeb06a133e98801e0ad772941cc367d2 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Written by: <strong>Helene Auserw\u00f6ger, 08.08.2024<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div class='flex_column_table av-5376e7vu-bc2063a2ad5dcb6446c0cc0cf20466e1 sc-av_one_full av-break-at-tablet-flextable av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-5376e7vu-bc2063a2ad5dcb6446c0cc0cf20466e1\">\n#top .flex_column_table.av-equal-height-column-flextable.av-5376e7vu-bc2063a2ad5dcb6446c0cc0cf20466e1{\nmargin-top:15px;\nmargin-bottom:0px;\n}\n.flex_column.av-5376e7vu-bc2063a2ad5dcb6446c0cc0cf20466e1{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-5376e7vu-bc2063a2ad5dcb6446c0cc0cf20466e1 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-7  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last  first av-break-at-tablet flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-top av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><p><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6ttju0-e8872a2a0d9d732e8693b32bd03ea61c '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve all been there: meeting new people in a new setting and having no idea how to start the conversation. <\/span><b>Small talk<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be tough \u2014 whether it&#8217;s because you&#8217;re feeling shy, can&#8217;t think of what to say, or are worried about being awkward. But small talk is super important in everyday life, especially at university or in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">student dorms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It&#8217;s how you make new friends, get through new situations together, and even get some help when you need it. Plus, good small talk can really come in handy at networking events, helping you <\/span><b>make connections and opening doors.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> So, we\u2019ve put together the best tips and tricks to help you nail small talk and reap the benefits both personally and professionally.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6tuxev-424b70740db53f8d9b5e9789609b603c '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><b>Inhaltsverzeichnis:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#What is Small Talk and Why is Small Talk Important?\">What is Small Talk and Why is Small Talk Important?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Learn Small Talk: Tips and Tricks for Casual Conversations\">Learn Small Talk: Tips and Tricks for Casual Conversations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Small Talk Questions: Your List for the Perfect Start\">Small Talk Questions: Your List for the Perfect Start<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Common Small Talk Mistakes and How to Avoid Them\">Common Small Talk Mistakes and How to Avoid Them<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Conclusion: How to Small Talk and Make New Connections\">Conclusion: How to Small Talk and Make New Connections<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. Autoclose: 1 --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section av-4ydw2bca-cd467032b5533dbf69db0a07c2066266 main_color avia-section-default avia-shadow  avia-builder-el-10  el_after_av_layout_row  el_before_av_section  avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-171836'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-4r7mp8mi-c2b5d55f90d732133172286bd1ad9f5e\">\n.flex_column.av-4r7mp8mi-c2b5d55f90d732133172286bd1ad9f5e{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-4r7mp8mi-c2b5d55f90d732133172286bd1ad9f5e av_one_full  avia-builder-el-11  el_before_av_hr  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6tvc2y-6e4c18f1b30cd05772c30707e2de6507 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"What is Small Talk and Why is Small Talk Important?\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is Small Talk and Why is Small Talk Important?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small talk is that <\/span><b>everyday chit-chat<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that doesn\u2019t dive too deep. It&#8217;s all about keeping things light and easy. Even though it&#8217;s called &#8220;small,&#8221; small talk plays a big role. It helps <\/span><b>break down social barriers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and creates a <\/span><b>pleasant atmosphere<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Some people find it super easy to chat with strangers, while others might struggle a bit. The trick is not to dominate the conversation, but also not to stay too quiet. Good small talk is a <\/span><b>relaxed dialogue<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where both people should <\/span><b>feel comfortable.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Especially in student life &#8211; whether in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dorm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or at university &#8211; small talk makes it easier to meet new people and creates a <\/span><b>harmonious environment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And in the professional world, small talk is also super useful: it can create understanding build trust, and help you make valuable connections. With good small talk, you lay the foundation for <\/span><b>successful relationships<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in all areas of life.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div  class='hr av-4plkxrai-0073f25a76188f81734897cf7e525b43 hr-short  avia-builder-el-13  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  hr-left'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-4j9mw8fe-0028c705af1d6bc613aaa663ee331476\">\n.flex_column.av-4j9mw8fe-0028c705af1d6bc613aaa663ee331476{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-4j9mw8fe-0028c705af1d6bc613aaa663ee331476 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-14  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6tvoe7-c2b48ac83dfa13a0c919695e93eb2616 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"Learn Small Talk: Tips and Tricks for Casual Conversations\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn Small Talk: Tips and Tricks for Casual Conversations<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small talk can be challenging at first, but don\u2019t worry, you can learn it! There are <\/span><b>three phases<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of small talk: <\/span><b>starting, maintaining<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>ending<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the conversation. These phases offer various ways to make conversations go smoothly \u2013 you\u2019ll need to find out which ones work best for you. It\u2019s important<\/span><b> not to give up<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if it doesn\u2019t work right away because <\/span><b>practice makes perfect<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Just try to strike up a conversation with people, whether on the train, in a caf\u00e9, or on campus.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-4ey8rcfe-4e3511c41e5a676325432c758fc90f16\">\n.flex_column.av-4ey8rcfe-4e3511c41e5a676325432c758fc90f16{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-4ey8rcfe-4e3511c41e5a676325432c758fc90f16 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-16  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6twjr1-0decc0c92ca6efbd0433199b0371c8e9 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting Small Talk: The Right Attitude<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Successful small talk begins with the <\/span><b>right attitude<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here are some key aspects to help you smoothly and casually start a conversation:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Positive Mindset and Openness:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Approach the conversation with a positive attitude. Be open-minded and show interest in your conversation partner. People can sense when you are genuinely interested, and this immediately creates a pleasant atmosphere.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Non-verbal Communication:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Maintain Eye Contact:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Friendly eye contact shows that you are attentive and interested.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Smile:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A friendly smile is inviting and calming.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Body Language:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Be sure to have an open stance. Turn towards your conversation partner and avoid crossing your arms.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Interpret Reactions:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Watch your partner\u2019s body language. A smile or nod signals agreement and interest, while hesitation or evasive movements may indicate disinterest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Opening Questions and Conversation Techniques:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ask Open-Ended Questions:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Questions like &#8220;How did you come across this event?&#8221; or &#8220;What are you studying?&#8221; require more than a &#8220;yes&#8221; or &#8220;no&#8221; answer and encourage conversation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Find Common Interests:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Listen attentively and look out for shared topics. Maybe you both love books or like your coffee the same way.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Active Listening:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Show that you are really listening. Nodding, agreeing sounds, and repeating important points demonstrate your interest and understanding.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class='flex_column_table av-4ap2zz3e-ec8ebe99b63d2e8d7a14c1887bc0381e sc-av_one_half av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-4ap2zz3e-ec8ebe99b63d2e8d7a14c1887bc0381e\">\n.flex_column.av-4ap2zz3e-ec8ebe99b63d2e8d7a14c1887bc0381e{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-4ap2zz3e-ec8ebe99b63d2e8d7a14c1887bc0381e av_one_half  avia-builder-el-18  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6txbme-968e6964ad412426431e9fce7609a96f '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small Talk Topics: What You Can Always Talk About &amp; What to Avoid<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to small talk, there are some <\/span><b>safe and universal topics<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that almost always go over well. Here are a few tried and true topics you can use:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Weather:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A classic. Talking about the weather always works, even if it seems very clich\u00e9.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Food:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Conversations about the food or drinks at an event\/party can easily lead to casual chatting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Current Events:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Calm news or local events provide great conversation material. Be careful: avoid political topics!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hobbies and Interests:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Asking about leisure activities and hobbies can lead to exciting conversations. Maybe you&#8217;ll even find a shared interest!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Travel:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many people enjoy travelling and sharing their experiences. You might even get some inspiration for your next trip.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Culture and Entertainment:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Movies, books, music, or sports are great conversation starters.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, there are some topics you should avoid in small talk as they are often <\/span><b>controversial or uncomfortable.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These include politics, religion, money and income, health issues, as well as controversial or sad topics. These can quickly lead to <\/span><b>misunderstandings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or awkward situations and should therefore be avoided.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class='av-flex-placeholder'><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-467vai5m-12d8ab6159dda7b56b5bb6744c9c3197\">\n.flex_column.av-467vai5m-12d8ab6159dda7b56b5bb6744c9c3197{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-467vai5m-12d8ab6159dda7b56b5bb6744c9c3197 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-20  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_full  flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-41f40gyy-bc3dd68e219b994379217ac496c5e97d\">\n.avia-image-container.av-41f40gyy-bc3dd68e219b994379217ac496c5e97d img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-41f40gyy-bc3dd68e219b994379217ac496c5e97d .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-41f40gyy-bc3dd68e219b994379217ac496c5e97d av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-21  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-171830 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-171830 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/smalltalk_partyy-845x684.jpeg\" alt='' title='Smalltalk at a party'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/smalltalk_partyy-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/smalltalk_partyy-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">From favorite movies to travel plans \u2013 give it a try at your next party! \u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. Autoclose: 1 -->\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3ugwlhuy-dcd938fbaf787491bd902c97331dc2d4\">\n.flex_column.av-3ugwlhuy-dcd938fbaf787491bd902c97331dc2d4{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-3ugwlhuy-dcd938fbaf787491bd902c97331dc2d4 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-22  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6txth5-0669d4363895b848031af971a0d974f9 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ending Small Talk: How to Gracefully Transition to the Next Conversation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s <\/span><b>not necessary to drag out<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> small talk, especially if it&#8217;s not leading to a deeper conversation. This can often become uncomfortable and tiring. Therefore, it&#8217;s important to know how to <\/span><b>skilfully end small talk<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here are a few tips on how to gracefully withdraw from it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Excuse and Thank:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At a party, you can simply use the excuse that you need to talk to other guests or get something to eat. Thank them for the pleasant conversation to avoid an abrupt ending. For example: &#8220;It was really nice chatting with you. I&#8217;m going to see if I can find something to eat now.&#8221;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Introduce:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You can also introduce your conversation partner to someone else, ideally someone you think they would get along with. After that, you can gracefully withdraw from the conversation. For example: &#8220;Hey, I&#8217;d like to introduce you to my friend Anna. I think you two have a lot in common.&#8221;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Emergency Exit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If your conversation partner is not particularly interesting, you can look at your phone and say that you have an important call coming in. Alternatively, you can pretend that a new guest has arrived and that you need to talk to them about something important \u2013 this requires some acting skills. However, this is not the friendliest method and should only be used in exceptional cases.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Further Contact:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If the conversation was pleasant, and you&#8217;d like to continue it, suggest another meeting. &#8220;It was great talking with you. How about we meet for coffee next week and continue our chat?&#8221;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div  class='hr av-3rxee3qi-55306e781a44bc13b2940baaf5d92dd7 hr-short  avia-builder-el-24  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  hr-left'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3mv7qzqi-8688d52469bb6a9beace73c2e537199e\">\n.flex_column.av-3mv7qzqi-8688d52469bb6a9beace73c2e537199e{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-3mv7qzqi-8688d52469bb6a9beace73c2e537199e av_one_full  avia-builder-el-25  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6tyjhi-ecf3f1c1652950c7964494d31a9db51f '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"Small Talk Questions: Your List for the Perfect Start\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small Talk Questions: Your List for the Perfect Start<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small talk can sometimes be difficult, especially when you lack the right questions. Don&#8217;t worry, we&#8217;ve compiled the <\/span><b>easiest and most effective questions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you start the perfect conversation. Whether you&#8217;re at a party, university, dorm, or professional event, these questions will <\/span><b>help you break the ice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and begin an interesting conversation.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3gq1t6wa-9c843e1a39493ee073317e7f4bb334a7\">\n.flex_column.av-3gq1t6wa-9c843e1a39493ee073317e7f4bb334a7{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-3gq1t6wa-9c843e1a39493ee073317e7f4bb334a7 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-27  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6tzfzu-876a4a112cedcff9eda634ac48da6fdd '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting Small Talk: The First Steps<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking the first step in small talk can often be the biggest hurdle. Here are a few simple questions to <\/span><b>start a conversation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>\u201cWe\u2019re having good\/bad luck with the weather today, do you think that\u2019s why there are so many\/few people here?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cHow are you enjoying the party\/event so far?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cHow do you know the host?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cHave you tried the food\/drink yet? What do you think of it?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3c6o3xpm-6f7bc3f09ff11932e416a0b51d810e2f\">\n.flex_column.av-3c6o3xpm-6f7bc3f09ff11932e416a0b51d810e2f{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-3c6o3xpm-6f7bc3f09ff11932e416a0b51d810e2f av_one_full  avia-builder-el-29  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6u0606-cd4f5f0a73b65396b5012fbf22702b4c '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conversation Topics in the Dorm: Questions That Connect<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many opportunities for small talk in the dorm. Here are some questions that can <\/span><b>help you connect<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>\u201cHow long have you been living here?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cAre you new here?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cWhich country are you from?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cHow do you like living in the <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>STUWO dorm?<\/b><\/a><b>\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cWhat do you do in your free time here?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cDo we have a group chat or regular meetups for the residents?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cAre you a night owl or an early bird?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cDo you have plans for today\/the weekend?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cDo you know the area well? What is there to explore around here?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class='flex_column_table av-3aw44pt6-1ad1b1e085cc78cdddf309c6163be9af sc-av_one_half av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3aw44pt6-1ad1b1e085cc78cdddf309c6163be9af\">\n.flex_column.av-3aw44pt6-1ad1b1e085cc78cdddf309c6163be9af{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-3aw44pt6-1ad1b1e085cc78cdddf309c6163be9af av_one_half  avia-builder-el-31  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-36hbcj6y-c91fac377b503464a36fe8a132ee1e67\">\n.avia-image-container.av-36hbcj6y-c91fac377b503464a36fe8a132ee1e67 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-36hbcj6y-c91fac377b503464a36fe8a132ee1e67 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-36hbcj6y-c91fac377b503464a36fe8a132ee1e67 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-32  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-171827 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-171827 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/smalltalk_busstop-845x684.jpeg\" alt='' title='Smalltalk in Uni'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/smalltalk_busstop-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/smalltalk_busstop-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">Just talk to your seatmate in the lecture \u2013 you might soon make your first uni friend! \u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='av-flex-placeholder'><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3152pve2-63d95219cdc73678e24d11a608b6c7cb\">\n.flex_column.av-3152pve2-63d95219cdc73678e24d11a608b6c7cb{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-3152pve2-63d95219cdc73678e24d11a608b6c7cb av_one_half  avia-builder-el-33  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_full  flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6u0zse-a5f0afbb091da40b22615d03e11059d6 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Campus Conversations: Topics for Students<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting a conversation on campus can be a great way to<\/span><b> meet fellow students and build friendships<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here are a few questions to help you get started:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>\u201cWhat are you studying?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cHow do you like your program?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cHave you met many people in your course?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cAre you also attending Professor XXX\u2019s lecture?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. Autoclose: 1 -->\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2ttk0yay-022d4cdba70b57cc9148ba7e0babe3a5\">\n.flex_column.av-2ttk0yay-022d4cdba70b57cc9148ba7e0babe3a5{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-2ttk0yay-022d4cdba70b57cc9148ba7e0babe3a5 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-35  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6u1qca-d9c6deb71988f23423bb0066481a1187 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal Interests: Questions That Spark Conversations<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to get to know someone better, questions about <\/span><b>personal interests<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are always a good way:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>\u201cDo you like to read? What genre do you like the most?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cWhat series are you currently watching? Any recommendations?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cWhat music do you listen to?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cWhat is your dream travel destination?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>STUWO Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Even unique questions like <\/span><b>\u201cIs there a famous person you\u2019d like to have dinner with?\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><b>\u201cWhat\u2019s the craziest thing you\u2019ve ever done?\u201d <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can be great icebreakers that lead to entertaining conversations.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class='flex_column_table av-2puqdi22-53a244f754a45aa06f3d8a15f2d93804 sc-av_one_half av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2puqdi22-53a244f754a45aa06f3d8a15f2d93804\">\n.flex_column.av-2puqdi22-53a244f754a45aa06f3d8a15f2d93804{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-2puqdi22-53a244f754a45aa06f3d8a15f2d93804 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-37  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6u2pxz-73c56ebebee7c1c7e8b42f8bea31cb8d '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small Talk in a Professional Context: Questions for Successful Networking<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a professional environment, small talk is an important skill that can help you make valuable contacts and create goodwill. Here are some questions you can use for <\/span><b>successful networking:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>\u201cHow long have you been with the company?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cWhat do you like most about your job?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cWhat projects are you currently focusing on?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cDo you know anyone working in [specific field]? I\u2019d love to learn more about it.\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>\u201cI find your department very interesting; what qualifications would I need to get a chance to work here?\u201d<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>STUWO Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Find more tips for effective networking <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/blog\/career-networks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class='av-flex-placeholder'><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2kp994oa-093a1176ba83710583bcd7916744a8bd\">\n.flex_column.av-2kp994oa-093a1176ba83710583bcd7916744a8bd{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-2kp994oa-093a1176ba83710583bcd7916744a8bd av_one_half  avia-builder-el-39  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2iqi8qqy-7cd20fb2b15a79bb860dd0222803bd8d\">\n.avia-image-container.av-2iqi8qqy-7cd20fb2b15a79bb860dd0222803bd8d img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-2iqi8qqy-7cd20fb2b15a79bb860dd0222803bd8d .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-2iqi8qqy-7cd20fb2b15a79bb860dd0222803bd8d av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-40  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-171824 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-171824 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/smalltalk_arbeit-1-845x684.jpeg\" alt='' title='Smalltalk at work'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/smalltalk_arbeit-1-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/smalltalk_arbeit-1-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">You&#039;ll be surprised by the career opportunities that small talk can open up for you! \u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. Autoclose: 1 --><div  class='hr av-2dtj56ay-eeb67fce9acf3c0a14e7755900f5ba67 hr-short  avia-builder-el-41  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_full  hr-left'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-26y4xw16-95a1ba3b9f03b791cafba587ee49335f\">\n.flex_column.av-26y4xw16-95a1ba3b9f03b791cafba587ee49335f{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-26y4xw16-95a1ba3b9f03b791cafba587ee49335f av_one_full  avia-builder-el-42  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6u8vqz-8cb46656120a85196d337152a616b1f5 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"Common Small Talk Mistakes and How to Avoid Them\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Small Talk Mistakes and How to Avoid Them<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the conversation isn\u2019t going well, there can be various reasons for it. Sometimes, it&#8217;s the small mistakes that cause the conversation to stall or become uncomfortable. Here are a few<\/span><b> common mistakes <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you should avoid:<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-255f8pwq-0289e1b208fbecfdc1a20adead69c6a4\">\n.flex_column.av-255f8pwq-0289e1b208fbecfdc1a20adead69c6a4{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-255f8pwq-0289e1b208fbecfdc1a20adead69c6a4 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-44  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6u98em-7f407a4197c754492bdea3414f28341e '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talking Too Much or Listening Too Little<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A frequent mistake in small talk is talking too much and listening too little. A conversation should be a balanced give and take \u2013 so <\/span><b>avoid monologues.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Beware: The same applies in reverse \u2013 one-word answers don\u2019t lead to a productive conversation either.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>STUWO Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Make sure to give your conversation partner enough space to speak. Ask open-ended questions, <\/span><b>listen actively,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and provide <\/span><b>proactive answers <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to keep the conversation lively.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-1xehnt0q-c86f467563dd6092397c99a1db7f472d\">\n.flex_column.av-1xehnt0q-c86f467563dd6092397c99a1db7f472d{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-1xehnt0q-c86f467563dd6092397c99a1db7f472d av_one_full  avia-builder-el-46  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz6u9jru-38956b0613d3b3eb4556032787dabf32 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inappropriate Topics<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inappropriate topics like politics, religion, money, or health issues can quickly lead to uncomfortable situations. Also, avoid negative and overly personal topics.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>STUWO Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Stick to <\/span><b>safe, universal, and positive topics<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like the weather, current events, hobbies, or travel. 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