What Not to Do When Talking with People

It is critical that when you talk with people that you give them the respect that they deserve. If you don’t treat people appropriately, then you will not be able to build relationships with most people. Here are ten “no nos” when talking with other people:

1. Don’t glance around the room looking for someone else to talk to – Make sure to give the other person good eye contact and focus only on this person

2. Don’t shake hands with a loose handshake – Focus on giving a firm handshake

3. Don’t give your business card out at the beginning of a conversation – Wait for the other person to ask for your card

4. Don’t interrupt people – Let others finish their sentences and thoughts before you start talking

5. Don’t try to sell your product or service – Focus on getting to know other people without trying to sell them your business

6. Don’t have food or drinks in your right hand – Keep your shaking hand free so you can properly greet others

7.  Don’t talk about controversial topics such as religion and politics – It is better to not talk about topics that cause you to choose sides

8. Don’t pretend to care about what is being said – Make sure to show respect and interest, otherwise, end the conversation early

9. Don’t promise anything you can’t deliver on – If you say you can do something, then you better be serious and follow through

10. Don’t be too serious – Make sure that you smile and make other person feel comfortable talking to you

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Comments

[Betty]

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[Grace]

Good suggestions! I'll never forget my first boss pulling me aside and giving me HANDSHAKING lessons! G.

[Jason Jacobsohn]

Yes, handshakes are very important and set the tone for a conversation. Glad that you learned about it early in your career.