The art of small talk

With holiday parties, along comes the joy of small talk with people you will never see again. It's the worst when you run out of things to say and unfortunately with no where to run, so you're stuck staring awkwardly at their face. So here are a few techniques I use to keep conversations going.

1. Find something you like about their outfit or accessory.

I like that pink cheetah purse! Meeorew!! You will be returned with at least a smile. 

Bossé will even point out the fattest vein he sees on someone's hand and say, "Oooh that's a nice vein. I can get access to you no problem!"

2. Although boring, you can always pull out the where did you grow up or what do you do for work? 

3. If the holidays are around the corner, ask if they have plans for travels or parties? If not, tell them about your own plans. 

I'm taking my parents to a farm stay where we will collect eggs from chickens, milk cows, churn butter and do other farm chores. What do you think about that!? 

4. Discuss the current event. Like great that you're here! How do you know the host or hostess? 

Avoid: Do u come here often? (Patti stanger adamantly preaches this.)