Publisher's Synopsis
According to an article in the New York Times, national surveys indicate that social anxeity and shyness are on the rise. Perhaps that's why so many people now use e-mail, chatrooms, and cellphones to meet people and maintain relationships. HOW TO START A CONVERSATION AND MAKE FRIENDS offers easy time-tested ways to improve anyone's ability to communicate in business and social situations, either in person or in cyberspace. Filled with hundreds of practical tips and techniques, graphics, and plenty of real-life examples, this guide will guarantee conversational success for even the most shy.