Dos and don’ts of small talk

By Beth Teitell

Globe Correspondent / December 3, 2009

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For most guests, a pre-party checklist does not include a list of small-talk dos and don’ts. But what good is a fantastic outfit or an attention-grabbing hostess gift if you spend the party struggling to connect with others? Debra Fine, author of “The Fine Art of Small Talk,’’ says smart minglers go armed with conversation starters, and, just as important, ... (Full article: 217 words)