Small Talk
Proximity, Open Palms, and gestures are all types of
Non-verbal communications
When meeting someone its OK to ask if their new outfit seems too tight?
False: That is like saying they are fat
Sharing that you got a new kitten?
This is OK, a good topic
What is the name of the satellite planet that orbits Earth?
The moon
What is the largest city in Minnesota
Minneapolis (428,579)
Looking at the ground, not speaking, being shy around others and going with whatever others want without thinking about yourself.
Passive
What is small talk?
to get to know others; social bonding, short non-threating conversations
Banter: the playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks; similar to chitchat
It's OK if you know the person and you have a good relationship, otherwise NO!
Name the world's biggest island.
Greenland.
Where is the Capital of Minnesota located?
St. Paul (307,465)
Yelling, attacking, calling some names, and being too close to someone you are talking to
Agressive Communication
When talking to someone for the first time, you should tell them you believe aliens from space live in your basement.
False: They will find someone new to talk to and will probably point out to others that you think aliens from space live in your basement
Chatting with a new person about what type of work you do.
This is OK, most all of the time.
Which chess piece can only move diagonally?
A bishop.
In what county do most of our students live?
Washington County
Speaking with confidence, expressing your needs, while listening to the needs of others
Assertive Communication
You can only have small talk with people you just met.
False: small talk happens all the time with new people, old friends, and those in between.
When meeting someone you ask, "What's wrong with your hair"?
Not appropriate - sometimes it's OK to say nothing about something you find odd
Yellow and blue make ______
Green
The largest mall in the country is located in Minnesota, where is the Mall of America located?
Bloomington, MN
True or False: Open palms are a sign of violence
False - open plams show you are not a threat
Telling someone you just met, that you have more money than Bill Gates, is OK.
False: Talking about money is a subject to avoid.
When meeting a new person, you should alway ask, "If they are single and willing to mingle."
No, never never
What state is located directly east of Minnesota
Wisconsin
What do the three "M's" in 3M stand for?
Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company (3M)