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The Fine Art of Small Talk offers straightforward advice and handy shortcut lists to master the essentials of conversation. It teaches how to start dialogues even when unsure, avoid embarrassing slips, sharpen listening skills, approach social functions confidently, and turn every encounterβ€”whether at a cocktail party, job interview, or trade showβ€”into a productive opportunity.
First publish date: 1960
Genre: Self-Help & Personal Development/Relationships & Communication
Authors: Debra Fine
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