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Whether you are going to a specific event where you will have to speak with people or you just want to be prepared to talk with anyone throughout the day, it can be very helpful to have some talking points ready.  These talking points can help you initiate a conversation and keep the conversation going if the person you are talking to is not a good conversationalist.  Before you go out for the day, read up on current events in the paper or online, and make note of interesting stories. If you haven't met before, introduce yourself.  If you've already met, be warm in your greeting.  As you begin the conversation, it is important that you are inviting and exude confidence.  If you seem at ease with making conversation, this will help put the other person at ease as well.  Avoid defensive body language like crossing your arms, and always smile openly and make eye contact with the person. As you ease into speaking with one another, focus on things that you both have in common at the moment, like the room you are in, the event you are attending, or the neighborhood where it is located.  You can offer up information about yourself at this time, making yourself seem more open and interested.  For example:  “I went to college with Gina in Iowa.  How do you know the hosts?” “I’ve always been interested in marketing strategies.  What brings you to this event?” “I don’t live around here, but this neighborhood is so pretty.  Do you know this area well?” Whether you know this person already or you are talking with someone new, show your interest in the other person and encourage them to participate more in the conversation.  The best way to do this is by asking questions that cannot be answered with a simple yes or no.  Try to phrase your questions in such a way that it elicits a more detailed response.  For example:  Instead of asking, “Did you have a nice weekend?” try saying, “What did you do this weekend?” Instead of asking, “I like this appetizer, do you?” try saying, “If this was your event, what would you put on the...