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Starting a deep conversation might sound daunting, especially when superficial chit-chat seems to dominate our social interactions. But if you're looking to explore meaningful topics and cultivate ...

The only way to appropriately handle conflict is to actually deal with it. Most people avoid difficult conversations with loved ones because it makes them feel uncomfortable. Unfortunately, if you ...

Riffing can help you connect with new people more quickly. What’s the best way to start a conversation when meeting someone for the first time, especially at a cocktail party or conference? “Hello, ...

Despite all the benefits of networking, one in four people doesn’t try it at all. Apart from busy schedules, some avoid it because of shyness, fear of rejection, or simply not knowing how to start ...

Cold outreach is still one of the most effective ways to build relationships, but success today comes down to personalization, brevity and leading with value rather than spam. Cold outreach is simply ...

OpenAI is looking for new ways to get you to open the ChatGPT app on your smartphone. The latest attempt is a new feature called ChatGPT Pulse, which is now rolling out to ChatGPT Pro users. The ...