remember you for you good conversation and knowledge, not just small talk. How can you transition from small talk to an intelligent, meaningful conversation? It can be an easy process with some people, and a bit more involving with others. If the other person is keen on starting the conversation or moving into a more in-depth topic, the best practice at that point is to simply listen and acknowledge. It may be a topic you are familiar with, or something completely new. Either way, it’s an opportunity to make an impression:

