Finding a date is the top holiday stress among singles. But reeking of desperation isn’t going to get you a date. Talking sports just might. Engaging in a sports related conversation helps set you apart from everyone else, uses a non-threatening subject to start the conversation and allows room for follow-up questions.
Category Archives: Talk Sporty for Singles
What a Fan Really Wants: A Compliment for Their Team
Sometimes the best way to generate a conversation is to start with a compliment. Make the person feel special and there’s a good chance they’ll open up and start talking. Of course this works differently with men and women. Each gender has its own idea of what a compliment should be. Here’s an idea on how to approach it from a sports perspective.
5 Things Women Need to Know About Sports and Men
Sometimes women don’t understand what sports means to men. Here are 5 things every woman should know about sports and men and how it pertains to the workplace.
That’s Your Best Line? How Mr. Meathead Could Have Been a Better Date
It’s fun to laugh at bad dates on TV, but it’s not funny if it happens to you in real life. The wrong conversation topics won’t get you very far, and might event make you uncomfortable. Sports is a safe topic that can help you avoid the situation with this Meathead.
Talk Sporty to Me Teaches People How To Improve Communication Skills
What is Talk Sporty to Me? It’s your powerful, networking key. There is an art to conversation and it can start with sports.
Check the Attitude — Don’t Ruin an Opportunity to Talk Sports by Not Listening
The rapid fire delivery was more than a little uncomfortable for the rest of us. Not only that, but it didn’t lead to very good answers from the current player. It was short, choppy and rude. A classic example of how you can ruin a perfect opportunity to talk sports and get to know someone.
The Real Payoff [it’s really about good communication skills and relationship building]
With a title like “Talk Sporty to Me” the natural assumption is that TSTM is only for talking about sports. But as you’ve seen through out the blog posts, and hopefully on the website, it’s really about good communication skills and relationship building.
Honesty is the Best Policy
Honest is the best policy – your mom taught you that. It applies in a lot of different situations, including talking sports.
It’s Easier Than Golf – Learn To Talk Sporty for Networking and Dating
The Tigers are in town and I was doing an interview with Brandon Inge for Mariners pre-game on FSN. We finished the interview and he started talking about playing golf on their recent off-day, and the conversations that take place on the golf course. That is when I told him that I’m still waiting for enough patience to take up golf, but I let him in on the secrets of “Talk Sporty to Me.”
Know Your Limits and Set Parameters for Good Conversation
Don’t be tempted to try and fake your way through a conversation. Be honest, set parameters on what you know and gain information through the conversation.
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A handy reference sheet to just for you! Have more meaningful conversations that lead to deeper relationships.
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Public speaking stress you out? Relax. Get these tips to do it like a pro.
