How to Start a Conversation: 12 Tips for Instant Connection

Ever found yourself wishing you knew how to start a conversation, especially in situations where it matters the most? 

For example, you’re at a coffee shop, and you notice someone interesting sitting a few tables away. Yet, the weight of that initial “hello” feels a whole lot heavier than the coffee mug you’re holding.

Starting a conversation—whether it’s with a potential partner, a coworker, or even a stranger—is an art form. And, undeniably, it’s one that many of us find challenging.

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