Do you hate walking into a room filled with strangers and striking up a conversation? Do you dread receptions, networking events, or upcoming parties? Every new face is a new opportunity for conversational success. Don't find yourself alone in the corner, hanging out by the bar, or jumping ship. Attend this workshop to become a small talk survivor! Debra Fine has helped executives, celebrities, politicians, and thousands of other people become expert conversationalists. In this informative, interactive and entertaining seminar, gain techniques so that you will never again dread going to a party, networking event, job interview or talking to ANYONE about ANYTHING! You'll learn how to make a positive, lasting impression from the minute you say hello and how to break the ice and get a good conversation going, even with a total stranger. Also learn to avoid awkward silences and "foot in mouth" disease and how to exit conversations with grace. You'll come across as composed and self-assured entertaining a client, on a date, during a job interview, or attending a networking event. Leave with the power to strike up a conversation with anyone while turning every conversation into an opportunity for success. Debra Fine, a former engineer, is now a keynote speaker and best-selling author presenting to Fortune 500 organizations and institutions around the world. Her best-selling book, The Fine Art of Small Talk How to Start a Conversation, Keep It Going, Build Networking Skills and Leave a Positive Impression (Hachette) was joined by her latest book in the Fine Art series: Beyond Texting: The Fine Art of Face-to-Face Communication for Teenagers (Canon).

$16.95 (+tax) optional materials fee

Fee Breakdown

Category	Description	Amount
Course Fee (Basic)	Non-Member	$ 51.00