Mastering Small Talk Course
Classes
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<p>Improve your work skills by learning the art of conversation with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/personal-career-development/communication">communication</a> & <
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Course description
Improve your work skills by learning the art of conversation with our communication & psychology courses in Sydney!
Making small talk isn‘t as easy as it sounds; it isn't as challenging as it sounds either. Conversing with strangers can be awkward, stilted, even painful, but there is an art to it, and it can be mastered!
There's nothing small about small talk. You may think that making small talk is just a way to pass the time or avoid awkwardness but many great friendships and relationships have started with small talk!
Small talk makes big conversations! Join us to discover things that great conversationalists know!
Learning outcomes
By the end of this mastering small talk course, you will have enhanced your career prospects by:
- Use small talk in everyday situations
- Approach others with topics and points for discussion and small talk
- Make a good first impression
- Keep building the conversation
Course content
What will be covered in this mastering small talk course?
In this practical course you will learn:
- Why the ability to make small talk is so important
- How to approach others – initiating conversation with strangers
- How to make yourself approachable
- How to prepare topics points
- How to make and keep the person comfortable
- How to Observe – Listen – Compliment – Question
- How to find common ground
- Why it’s important and how to follow up with questions or statements
- How to keep building the conversation
- How to make the best exit
Intended audience
This course is designed for students looking to upskill and enhance their conversational abilities.Course venue
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)
Course materials
Materials provided
- Each student will receive digital handouts (PDF) with theory and advice.
What to bring to class
- Notepad and pen or tablet to take notes
- A list of challenging situations when you will use your new skills
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join our waitlist and we will notify you when we have places available. Join Waitlist
Course testimonials:
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Marina said: This was a really fun course! John is an amazing teacher and makes everyone feel comfortable. I have learnt a lot in this class. A pity this course is only on three evenings - I could have kept going. Highly recommended!
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Nicola said: It was a fun and enjoyable way to help improve my small talk skills. On another note I hope you will always offer a Zoom option for courses that it suits. As I work full time and live south west of Sydney my only option is a Saturday class. Having the Zoom option allows me a wider choice. Thanks
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Philip said: The information took me into previous historical conversations where I found them hard or frustrating along with my positive experiences. To take those moments into the group chats was very helpful and practising on my ability to form positive introduction conversations that can continue with people I have never spoken to before.
