Don't feel obligated to fill every silent moment.

Knowing when to be quiet is an important skill in life.

Pause when you have said something you believe is important and as a way to let listeners digest the details.

Pause frequently when speaking publicly.

Instead, focus on a few people. Your eyes will show whether or not you believe what you are saying. Gazing aimlessly signals a lack of confidence in the topic.

If you're speaking to an audience, don't gaze aimlessly around the room.

Not only will your future self thank you for not recording the cringe, the person you are filming for probably doesn't want it on there.

When filming a special event for someone else, try to remain silent.

Guaranteed to make contact 99% of the time.

When giving a high five, look at the other person's elbow.

Those words make up the majority of everyday speech, and should help you create a nice foundation to expand upon.

When learning a new language, find the top 100 most used words to start with.

For example, if you are invited to a private social event through email, SMS, and intend to go, send an acceptance to the entire group. If you aren't attending, RSVP privately.

Praise publicly, criticize privately.

 It's generally a good indicator of how they'll treat people they feel they have some power or control over.

Pay attention to how your co-workers treat waitstaff.

They can introduce you to other people and it scores you points so you get invited back.

Knowing when to be quiet is an important skill in life.

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Pause frequently when speaking publicly.

Don't Gaze Aimlessly When Speaking Your Audience

When filming a special event for someone else, try to remain silent.

When giving a high five, look at the other person's elbow.

When learning a new language, find the top 100 most used words to start with.

Praise publicly, criticize privately.

Pay attention to how your co-workers treat waitstaff.

At a party and don't know anyone? Introduce yourself to the host.

Never be afraid to ask. One answered question can save hours of research.

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