5 Behavior Related Strategies That Make Introverts the Better Conversationalist
Learn from the quiet ones.
I am a proud introvert. And no, I am not shy, aloof, or anti-social. Ok, maybe a little shy sometimes but definitely not anti-social.
I have had the same small circle of friends for more than a decade. My oldest best friend has known me since I was 9 years old.
Of course, I make new friends now and then but at the end of the day, the people I rely on most are my oldest friends.
So, now that you know I am not a complete recluse, let me tell you the conversation skill that helps me navigate relationships gently like a pro.
We hear everything
Introverts are keen observers. We are a curious bunch of people who will hang on to your every word, expression, and movement.
We pay close attention to non-verbal communication. So, we don’t miss much.
The phone is the biggest distraction when it comes to conversations, So, I have a rule to not look at it when engaging in a long conversation.
I consciously make the choice to observe the speaker's body language for hidden clues. A great conversation is like a treasure hunt to us. We listen to find the unspoken truth.