Starting a conversation with a complete stranger can be a little intimidating, and sometimes you don’t know what to say. Use the FORD technique the next time you meet someone to avoid those awkward silences.
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We've already talked about how you can turn small talk into a full conversation, but the FORD technique is a quick and easy method that you can use anywhere with any person. FORD is an acronym that stands for:
- Family
- Occupation
- Recreation
- Dreams
Think of a couple questions for each category, keep them saved in your memory bank, and you should be able to start up a lasting conversation with anyone you meet. You could even think of a few follow-up questions or sentences that can help move things along and show you're actively listening. Hit the link below to read more.
Got any kids?
Want some…?
You can have mine…
D:
barely used.
How much?
Wait.. so now asking someone you just met about their dreams is socially acceptable? wtf?
I think they mean aspirations. Not REM dreams.
Sorry, there’s usually nothing more mind blowingly pointless than listening to someone tell you their dream.
Or their family.
Or their jobs.