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Have you ever met someone and instantly clicked? Most of us have. Thinking back, what created the spark? Most likely it was a combination of topic, tone, and tenor, but it no doubt happened within a ...

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Do you find it awkward when you have to make conversation with someone you don’t know? You’re not alone. Most people, even those, like me, for whom talking to strangers is a frequent part of our work, ...