Not only about the work: with whom and what to speak at corporate
Work And Study Relations / / December 19, 2019
Colleagues with whom you are unfamiliar
Talk with at least one or two new people. Take to help a couple of other colleagues. So it is much easier to start a conversation with others strangers.
What to talk about
Find the total. Ask what podcasts are listening to colleagues or read, have something to recommend. Such issues are particularly good to ask a group of people. Everyone said something, and the conversation stops.
What is not worth mentioning
Do not complain about work. If you are concerned about the company's problems, discuss possible solutions. For example, ask if a colleague believes that your company ever open a representative office in another city, will develop in the field of virtual reality and create a kindergarten on site office.
Do not focus on operational issues. Holiday parties - a rare opportunity to mingle just like a human, it is not always appropriate in working hours. So it is better not to ask: "What are you doing there in the marketing department?"
Colleagues, that you avoid
At the office all the parties usually relax. This provides an excellent opportunity to see the not so pleasant fellow with a more human side. Try to improve relationships is simple. This can be useful for a career. In addition, so you can show that you know how to listen and empathize.
What to talk about
The fact that you came up and began to talk, speaks for itself. Keep the conversation light theme. Ask what a colleague plans for the holidays, or just ask him if he likes a party. Perhaps, after the event you start to look at it in a different way and stop to avoid it.
Make a sincere compliment. While working with this person, you can see it for a positive quality, even if something else in it annoys you. Sincerely praise a colleague and it did not seem to flattery or sycophancy.
What is not worth mentioning
Do not mention the unpleasant messages that you have exchanged a week ago. This will only aggravate the situation.
Your supervisor
On the one hand, to communicate with him pretty easily, because you are constantly working together. But for the same reason it may be that you do not talk about - you already know everything.
What to talk about
20% of the conversation can be devoted to the work. For example, share new ideas. For more details you can discuss them at the office or at the next meeting.
Ask why the head of a chosen field of activity, what is the most valuable advice on the development of his career he has received. Listen and ask questionsSo you better know as the head man.
What is not worth mentioning
Superficial questions will not make a good impression, but also to go too far, too, is not on the personal dramas.
Top executives
They are unlikely to want to talk about work, and so they always have to do it. Therefore, shown interest in people as individuals, not just someone who occupies a high position.
What to talk about
Consider whether there is a sphere of activity of the company, of which you know little. Talk to the leader in this area, ask what issues they are now solved. Perhaps you can offer a fresh perspective or original decision.
Still it is possible to discuss strategic ideas for the near future. This will show that you are interested in the development of the company, and the head is likely to have something to say.
The most important thing in any conversation - do not get hung up on how to make a good impression. Demonstrate sincere interest and try to learn more about the interlocutor.
What is not worth mentioning
Just do not ask: "What exactly do you do in the company of" Homework. Find out who will be present at the party and what they do, not to get into an awkward situation.