Many people have come to be a part of the RADAR program because they have immediate access to bands. Some of the advocates are in bands, have friends in the music scene, or they work somewhere that exposes them to new music and artists. But what about the other members? The members who have gotten involved because they believe in ArtiSans, or because they just love music. These members do not have direct access to artists, and have to seek out people to refer to ArtiSans. Not only do they need to find venues where they can see live music and artists, but they have to start a conversation with them.
As someone who is in a band, I know that not everyone is skilled in communication and starting a conversation. Add a few drinks into the mix, and it is hard to take people seriously unless they are skilled in striking up an engaging conversation. So I want to be sure that you RADAR advocates have the tools to strike up a conversation with bands so that you can have a productive conversation about their work and ArtiSans Label.
I started doing some research to find helpful hints and tools on how to start conversations with strangers, and found that many articles I read were so spot on, that putting their advice into my own words would just have ruined their effectiveness. So here is an article by Peter Murphy on how to start up a conversation. Next week, I'll go into how to approach and start up a conversation with a Band/Artist specifically, give some pointers in how to engage band members in conversation, and suggest how to bring the conversation around to ArtiSans Label.
“How to Start a Conversation Effortlessly” By Peter Murphy
The ability to converse effortlessly with those you encounter is a critical component of all your personal and business relationships. Good communication skills promote an image of self-confidence and intelligence. This is not to say that those people who find it hard to strike up a conversation are less intelligent. They simply need to develop the appropriate skills. If you need to improve upon your communication skills, here are a few tips to help you get started down the right path.
You can learn how to start a conversation and converse with anybody, anytime.
1. In order to make interesting conversation, you must be interesting to others. Keeping yourself informed on current events, staying involved in activities, and keeping a mental list of good topics of discussion are excellent ways to break the ice. And a great tool to help you learn how to start a conversation with almost anybody.
2. Instead of focusing on how uncomfortable you feel, prepare yourself by thinking of the issues that interest you most and what you would like to discuss about a particular subject.
A little preparation will go a long way in enabling you to easily converse with others. Don't be afraid to ask questions.
In general, people like to talk about themselves and will respond favorably when asked simple, friendly questions. Learning how to start a conversation is not quite as difficult if you prepare in advance.
3. Make an effort to be a good listener when starting a conversation. After you make the initial effort, listen closely to the other person's response.
Often you'll find an invitation to continue the conversation if you listen carefully and respond accordingly. Balance is the key in any conversation. Alternate between talking and listening to what the other person is saying and make additional comments as appropriate. Learning how to start a conversation is really just using good manners and showing a genuine interest in others.
4. Even if you find it extremely difficult, always greet those you encounter with a smile and look them directly in the eye.
It may be hard at first, but self-confidence is a learned skill and by acting confidently, you will gain new self-confidence. Soon enough you will notice that it is not as hard to maintain eye contact and carry on a conversation. Act confidently and you will eventually become confident. Developing self-confidence is an important part of learning how to start a conversation.
5. Try to remember small details about co-workers and acquaintances. Asking about a weekend plan or a relative is an excellent way to start a conversation and show genuine interest in those around you.
If you are interesting, attentive, and act with confidence you will appear to be the kind of person people like to have as a friend.
By practicing these new skills until they become second nature, you will increase your own self-esteem and learn how to start a conversation easily. Learning how to start a conversation is really just a process of practicing your social skills until they become a habit. Repetition and determination are the most important factors in building your level of confidence and conversing effortlessly in any situation.
As someone who is in a band, I know that not everyone is skilled in communication and starting a conversation. Add a few drinks into the mix, and it is hard to take people seriously unless they are skilled in striking up an engaging conversation. So I want to be sure that you RADAR advocates have the tools to strike up a conversation with bands so that you can have a productive conversation about their work and ArtiSans Label.
I started doing some research to find helpful hints and tools on how to start conversations with strangers, and found that many articles I read were so spot on, that putting their advice into my own words would just have ruined their effectiveness. So here is an article by Peter Murphy on how to start up a conversation. Next week, I'll go into how to approach and start up a conversation with a Band/Artist specifically, give some pointers in how to engage band members in conversation, and suggest how to bring the conversation around to ArtiSans Label.
“How to Start a Conversation Effortlessly” By Peter Murphy
The ability to converse effortlessly with those you encounter is a critical component of all your personal and business relationships. Good communication skills promote an image of self-confidence and intelligence. This is not to say that those people who find it hard to strike up a conversation are less intelligent. They simply need to develop the appropriate skills. If you need to improve upon your communication skills, here are a few tips to help you get started down the right path.
You can learn how to start a conversation and converse with anybody, anytime.
1. In order to make interesting conversation, you must be interesting to others. Keeping yourself informed on current events, staying involved in activities, and keeping a mental list of good topics of discussion are excellent ways to break the ice. And a great tool to help you learn how to start a conversation with almost anybody.
2. Instead of focusing on how uncomfortable you feel, prepare yourself by thinking of the issues that interest you most and what you would like to discuss about a particular subject.
A little preparation will go a long way in enabling you to easily converse with others. Don't be afraid to ask questions.
In general, people like to talk about themselves and will respond favorably when asked simple, friendly questions. Learning how to start a conversation is not quite as difficult if you prepare in advance.
3. Make an effort to be a good listener when starting a conversation. After you make the initial effort, listen closely to the other person's response.
Often you'll find an invitation to continue the conversation if you listen carefully and respond accordingly. Balance is the key in any conversation. Alternate between talking and listening to what the other person is saying and make additional comments as appropriate. Learning how to start a conversation is really just using good manners and showing a genuine interest in others.
4. Even if you find it extremely difficult, always greet those you encounter with a smile and look them directly in the eye.
It may be hard at first, but self-confidence is a learned skill and by acting confidently, you will gain new self-confidence. Soon enough you will notice that it is not as hard to maintain eye contact and carry on a conversation. Act confidently and you will eventually become confident. Developing self-confidence is an important part of learning how to start a conversation.
5. Try to remember small details about co-workers and acquaintances. Asking about a weekend plan or a relative is an excellent way to start a conversation and show genuine interest in those around you.
If you are interesting, attentive, and act with confidence you will appear to be the kind of person people like to have as a friend.
By practicing these new skills until they become second nature, you will increase your own self-esteem and learn how to start a conversation easily. Learning how to start a conversation is really just a process of practicing your social skills until they become a habit. Repetition and determination are the most important factors in building your level of confidence and conversing effortlessly in any situation.
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