Over half of all Americans report having some anxiety around social situations, and 12% of the population gets anxious enough to meet the criteria for Social Anxiety Disorder, according to data from ...

Whether you're at a dinner party, networking event, or just meeting someone new, having conversation starters in your back pocket can mean the difference between a memorable interaction and another ...

Striking up a conversation—especially with a stranger—is a lot like adding kindling to a fire pit and hoping it ignites.

Does your brain shut down, and your tongue become heavy when you need to start a conversation? Breaking the ice can sometimes seem like a Herculean task. However, revealing fun facts about yourself is ...

Great questions make great impressions. When you meet someone new, here are some important chemistry builders to keep in mind.

Despite all the benefits of networking, one in four people doesn’t try it at all. Apart from busy schedules, some avoid it because of shyness, fear of rejection, or simply not knowing how to start ...

Wondering how to start a conversation? I could say simply that you aren’t alone in wondering. Or I could break the fourth wall a little. Humor me the latter. As a writer in the digital age with access ...

When I was on Hinge, this prompt got me a fair amount of interaction. I like that it can pique someone’s curiosity and is a natural conversation starter. They don’t have to think of something to say ...