Greetings
Say hello to someone you haven’t seen in a while. What would you say?
Hey! It’s been a while how have you been?
What’s a good question to ask someone you just met?
"What do you do?” or “How do you know everyone here?"
Give me a compliment about something you notice.
What should you do if two people start talking at the same time?
Stop and say, “You go ahead,” or “Sorry, go ahead.”
You’re at a party and don’t know anyone, how could you start a conversation?
“Hi, I’m ___. How do you know the host?” or “This is a great party have you been here before?”
What’s a friendly way to greet a new coworker or classmate?
Hi, ___ It’s nice to meet you, what’s your role?
Think of a question you could ask a friend who seems upset.
“Are you okay?” or “Do you want to talk about what’s going on?”
How would you respond if someone complimented your outfit?
Thanks! I really like it too.”
You interrupted someone by accident what could you say?
“Oops, sorry..please finish what you were saying.”
You’re in a meeting or group and someone hasn’t spoken—what could you say to include them?
“Hey ____, what do you think?” or “Did you want to share your idea?”
Act out greeting someone at a party vs. at work, what’s different?
At a party: “Hey! So glad you’re here!” / At work: “Good morning, how are you?”
How can asking questions help keep a conversation going?
It shows you're interested and gives the other person something to respond to.
What’s a compliment you could give a coworker or classmate?
“Nice work on that presentation it was clear and well-organized.”
How can you tell when it’s your turn to talk?
Look for pauses, eye contact, or when the other person finishes their thought.
Someone says something you don’t agree with—how can you respond respectfully?
“I see your point, but I have a different opinion.” or “That’s interesting, I think about it a little differently.”
You see someone you kind of know. Should you say hi? Why or why not?
Yes, a quick “Hey” or wave can show you're friendly and it helps build connections.
Ask me a question about my weekend, then I’ll ask you one!
“Did you do anything fun this weekend?”
What should you say if a compliment makes you feel awkward?
You can still say “Thanks,” or smile and say “That’s nice of you to say.”
What’s a polite way to ask to say something when someone else is talking?
“Can I add something real quick?”
A friend tells you they’re nervous about something. What’s something supportive you could say?
"That makes sense, it’s okay to be nervous.” or “You’ve got this. I believe in you.”
You walk into a room, what’s one way to start a conversation?
“Hey everyone, what are you all up to?” or “Hi, mind if I join you?”
What’s a question that would be too personal to ask someone new?
“How much money do you make?” or “Do you have a partner?”
Give a compliment that isn’t about appearance.
Have you ever felt ignored in a conversation? What happened?
Yeah, sometimes people talk over me. It makes me feel like I’m not being heard.
You had a bad day but someone asks how you’re doing. What could you say?
“Honestly, it’s been a rough day, but I appreciate you asking.”