This episode is for EVERYONE -- single, coupled, introverted & extroverted!!  Bela talks with best-selling author Debra Fine, about HOW to make 'small talk' and WHY it's so important!  You'll hear: Small talk is a SKILL - not a gift the lucky were born with How Debra, an introverted engineer, realized she did not know how to interact with people at work conferences How she thought losing 75 lbs would 'make her better' at small talk, but it didn't Why Rex, and one conversation, changed EVERYTHING for her How to "be prepared" - and feel great before any conversation Why "what keeps you busy" is a WAY better question than "what do you do?" How to look for 'free info' that people give away about themselves How to BE a good conversationalist (being an 'introvert' is no excuse) How she met the love of her life - and WHY she knew he was the one How to exit conversations with the "wrap up" rule - so no one holds you hostage! Join our free newsletter database by signing up here:  www.smartdatingacademy.com/contact Follow us on Instagram at @smartdatingacademy Schedule your consultation with us here!   We are on a waiting list, and would love to help you!  https://www.smartdatingacademy.com/11-coaching/coaching-call-with-bela