What to say when you don't know what to say. Whether at a grocery store or in the middle of a work event, we've all been in situation where we needed or wanted to talk to someone but didn't know where ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Starting a deep conversation might sound daunting, especially when superficial chit-chat seems to dominate our social interactions ...

Despite all the benefits of networking, one in four people doesn’t try it at all. Apart from busy schedules, some avoid it because of shyness, fear of rejection, or simply not knowing how to start ...

Starting a conversation with someone new can often feel intimidating. Whether you’re at a networking event, a party or just meeting someone for the first time, breaking the ice is crucial to ...

Social prospecting involves being in the right place, making new social connections, getting to know people over time and introducing business when appropriate. It starts with that initial ...

Starting a dialogue about substance use with your child can be uncomfortable. It’s a sensitive topic, but having an open ...

Whether you're meeting for the first time on a dating app or you've been married for 50 years, every relationship could use a little romantic conversation. And sometimes, it's up to you to get the ...

Editors’ Note: This article discusses suicide and contains details about mental health crises. If you are having thoughts of suicide, or are concerned that someone ...

Wondering how to start a conversation? I could say simply that you aren’t alone in wondering. Or I could break the fourth wall a little. Humor me the latter. As a writer in the digital age with access ...

What’s the best way to start a conversation when meeting someone for the first time, especially at a cocktail party or conference? “Hello, how are you?” is tired and lame. “Are you enjoying the event?

It starts in a living room, in a café, in a classroom or in a cramped corner of a conference hall. A few people share stories. Some laugh, some wince, some frown. But as voices echo off the walls, ...