The 10 Biggest Mistakes in Party Conversation

(ContentDesk) October 16, 2004 -- Holidays are stressful for nearly everyone, but for some people making conversation at office parties is downright agonizing. For these folks, small talk presents a big problem. But there is still time for them to brush up on their mingling skills and have fun at parties this holiday season.      According to "small talk" expert and author Don Gabor (How to Start a Conversation and Make Friends; Simon & Schuster/Fireside 2001) -- anyone can feel more comfortable mingling if they avoid these common goofs: 1. Not preparing several topics that you're willing to bring up and talk about at the party.

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