How do you move passed small talk?

I don't know that I have ever met someone who loves small talk. Even as an extreme extrovert, I would much rather talk about things that make me think than the weather or why someone is at an event.

To get the ball rolling in that direction, I will sometimes share something that might be considered interesting or personal about myself. That signals that I am open to having a real conversation.

I wondered if other people have strategies they use. Fortunately, Laura Fitts, Jim Tam and Philip Tate, APR, were willing to have a conversation with me about it.

What tips do you have for getting beyond small talk? I'm always interested in hearing ways to create real conversations. Please share yours.

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Laura Fitts: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurafitts/
Jim Tam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimtam/ 
Philip Tate: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philiptateaprfellowprsa/
Dr Robyn Odegaard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynodegaard/

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