If you want to talk about something besides work with your coworkers (totally understandable!), try these small talk topics instead: th-cam.com/video/p0HgYS5xlao/w-d-xo.html
It was extremely useful for me as a non-native English speaker new to North America seeking to socialize and communicate with others, as well as learn the culture at work! The content was beyond my expectations in this and the other small conversation video. Thank you! 🙂🙏
It is very useful for me. I work for a company that mainly speaks English. I want to speak to my coworkers more but I don't know how to do it. I will try those tips in the video. Thanks. ♥
It’s really helpful. Thanks for making this video. I remembered the first time I entered the company, my colleagues considered me as an ambitious but a little bit offensive person , even though I weren’t intended to do so. From then on I started to realize the importance of being polite and friendly as much as I could, since the relationships with colleagues are only built during work. Anyway, thx for sharing this video.😊
Thanks for sharing your story with me. You make a really good point - strengthening relationships with colleagues only happens while you're at work, so you need to make the most out of your time. Small talk really can be an opportunity to connect and be friendly.
Hi Kim! :) It's been a long time since the last time I posted something in your channel. With regards to this topic: actually, last week I was chosen as the host of an English conversation group that the human Resources team of the Company that I work for kicked off, so I got the opportunity to participate in today's session with many colleagues of different areas, all via on line. This is my second time doing this kind of dynamics during my time in the company, indeed. It was quite interesting! And I highly believe that this video can help us to develop our skills and boost up our confidence much more. I really appreciate this sort of content as I find it very useful. Thank you so much for your help! Have a beautiful weekend, and lots of blessings to you and your beloved ones!! :D
Hi Horacio! I was actually wondering what happened to you, so thanks for checking in! That's so wonderful that you're now the host of an English conversation group, and that you had the opportunity to connect with so many colleagues! As you know, I love talking about small talk and having better conversations, so if your sessions inspire any questions, let me know! Take care!
Hi Kim it's good to see you Your voice is wonderful. I really like your videos and listen to your voice Thanks a lot and have a great weekend my dear teacher 😉🇧🇷 stay safe
English with Kim like , it can be like your regular lesson , but it is so better to here in car , out , you Know , sometimes podcast is better than video , especially for listening skills
You can probably tell that this video was recorded earlier this year, before things changed during the global crisis. I'm planning to record more videos about small talk, and I need your help! Are you finding it easier or harder to talk to your coworkers or colleagues if you're working remotely? Are there questions you're afraid to ask? Are you concerned you're not saying the right thing? Leave a comment and let me know!
It might be helpful to view this coworker as a code to crack, and simply try asking more questions until you find one that works. Try questions like "How's your day been going?" or "What have you been up to?" These are more open-ended, and you can see how they respond.
Thanks for making this vedio. My accent is different from others and they find it hard to understand me and so have been so much withdrawn from having free communication to an extent of just keeping quite to my self. How can I deal with this?. Its a totally different culture around me.
Thanks for the tips! Intonation? High pitch vs low pitch followed by my lies and attempt to role play by sharing my experiences by presenting my mythological narrative as hero/ and/or victim!😅😅😂
If I understand you correctly, you're saying that how you speak at work can often feel like you're playing a role. It can feel exhausting to have to present yourself in a certain light.
oh my God this video really helps me to make my assignments!! shout out to her for making such amazing video. Keep up your good work, Miss Kim!! Love you:)
Thank you😍👍👏👌 I will never get tired of watching this video, you'er amazing, awesome I'm really appreciate you this is/was topic I need/needed more, plz give me reply and correct my mistake friendly don't judge me😃😍
Thanks for the kind words - I'm happy to hear this video helped you! Be sure to check out this video for more topics you can use to make small talk: th-cam.com/video/p0HgYS5xlao/w-d-xo.html
You're absolutely right - in some work environments, you have to present a certain facade. These tips were originally created for a client who wanted to make a good impression at a new job. Some office environments are more casual, and that's where these tips can be helpful: th-cam.com/video/p0HgYS5xlao/w-d-xo.html
Welcome to the channel. I encourage you to find podcasts relevant to your interests or work, and listen for someone whose voice you like. This older live video has a number of tips that may help: th-cam.com/users/liveusiNCBahmFY
@@Englishwithkim I tried today haha, it works! But one of my coworkers might be upset that i never talk i think... She looks offensed even when i try opening a discussion...
I'm trying my best to add some of these to my daily routine but I'm find it incredibly difficult as I just don't have the energy a lot of them have. I'm in a team which is slightly unbalanced too, I'm the only male in the team and all my hobbies and interests none of them follow.. I kind of interact occasionally in the conversations but find myself distant to most as I can't relate to them. I'll try a few of these methods, thank you.
Thanks for sharing your experience! I originally wrote these questions for a client who wanted to stay focused on work when making small talk with her colleagues. However, as you've mentioned, they are in-depth and require energy and attention. For lighter, more general conversation topics, try this video: th-cam.com/video/p0HgYS5xlao/w-d-xo.html I understand what you're saying about feeling like you can't relate to your colleagues. I encourage you to check out the video I've shared to see if any of those topics might work. If you experiment with a variety topics, you will hopefully find something that feels comfortable to talk about with them.
These questions are great for interacting with people at a new job: th-cam.com/video/2bodeNQNkrQ/w-d-xo.html I actually came up with these questions when working with someone who had recently started a new job and wanted to keep her small talk focused on work-related topics.
Awesome! Glad it helped you. Have you tried adjusting the speed of the video with the gear button on TH-cam? Listening at .75 speed may help. You can also read the article version of this video on my website: englishwithkim.com/workplace-small-talk-colleagues-coworkers/
@@Englishwithkim I'm not trying to be mean but nobody cares,or maybe a few people care but an overwhelming majority of people don't care about the well being of other people. I know small talk is a way of people being nice to each other but small talk seems forced and fake. For the most part, people don't care how you're doing,it's just something to say. You get the same answers every time. How you doing?" "I'm good. "How are you?" "Good". This is what Happens to me on the elevator at work Tenent: hi how are you Me: Good,how are you ( I don't care how he or she is doing,I'm just being polite) Tenent: nice day outside Me: yeah,it sure is Tenent: tommorow's Friday Me: yeah,yeah. After that there's seconds of silence. We get off the elevator and go in our separate direction. I was in a store last night and the cashier asked the customer what country is he from. I'm saying to myself "why does he care?" The customer said he's from France but plans on going back next year. The cashier then asked him what air line is he taking. I'm sure he doesn't care what airline he's using,it's just more fake talk. What was the point in that small chit chat? I don't get it. You hear this kind of chattering everyday in restaurants,clothing stores,hair salons,barbor shops,work places,just about every public place. I think small talk is a waste of words and people engaging in it are being phony or they care what other people think,and so they feel like they have to say something.
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This was very bland and full of ingenuine rules. Like telling me not to talk about my religion. No suggestion here was clever or incrementally valuable
These types of conversations are more common in more corporate offices. I don't particularly care for them myself. What do people talk about at work where you live?
@@Englishwithkim UK. We do have this type of small talk. I envy my Danish friends, who say they rarely engage in small talk. I guess they are more introverted.
@@NightQueen666 I live in Scandinavia (Sweden) and small talk with coworkers is very common (and kinda expected). Have your friends been working in Denmark in the last 10 years?
If you want to talk about something besides work with your coworkers (totally understandable!), try these small talk topics instead: th-cam.com/video/p0HgYS5xlao/w-d-xo.html
It was extremely useful for me as a non-native English speaker new to North America seeking to socialize and communicate with others, as well as learn the culture at work! The content was beyond my expectations in this and the other small conversation video. Thank you! 🙂🙏
Thank you for the kind words and the awesome feedback! That's exactly why I created this video, and I'm happy to hear this helped you.
You deserve more views as you have obviously put together the perfect video covering all the bases! I've just subscribed.
Thanks for the kind words! I definitely tried to provide a number of possibilities!
I totally agree with you
It's always good to get a better feeling for things in the workplace. Really appreciate your tips, Kim! Greetings from Mexico
I'm happy you found this helpful! I agree - we can always learn better ways to communicate at work (myself included!).
Thank you God bless you.
You are so welcome!
It is very useful for me. I work for a company that mainly speaks English. I want to speak to my coworkers more but I don't know how to do it. I will try those tips in the video. Thanks. ♥
Glad it helped! You'll do great!
I used this video as a listening practice for my students. I wanted to thank you for taking the time to make such great content. ❤️
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Thanks for the kind words. I'm glad you found this useful to use with your students.
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Glad these tips were helpful!
It’s really helpful. Thanks for making this video. I remembered the first time I entered the company, my colleagues considered me as an ambitious but a little bit offensive person , even though I weren’t intended to do so. From then on I started to realize the importance of being polite and friendly as much as I could, since the relationships with colleagues are only built during work. Anyway, thx for sharing this video.😊
Thanks for sharing your story with me. You make a really good point - strengthening relationships with colleagues only happens while you're at work, so you need to make the most out of your time. Small talk really can be an opportunity to connect and be friendly.
You are amazing! Thank you!
You're most welcome! Thanks for the kind words!
Great video as always
Thanks, I appreciate it!
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Thanks Kim. Your video is super useful as a topic for debate with my English students. ❣️
Glad it was helpful!
You are brilliant ❤️
That's kind of you to say!
Hi Kim! :)
It's been a long time since the last time I posted something in your channel.
With regards to this topic: actually, last week I was chosen as the host of an English conversation group that the human Resources team of the Company that I work for kicked off, so I got the opportunity to participate in today's session with many colleagues of different areas, all via on line. This is my second time doing this kind of dynamics during my time in the company, indeed.
It was quite interesting! And I highly believe that this video can help us to develop our skills and boost up our confidence much more. I really appreciate this sort of content as I find it very useful.
Thank you so much for your help!
Have a beautiful weekend, and lots of blessings to you and your beloved ones!! :D
Hi Horacio! I was actually wondering what happened to you, so thanks for checking in! That's so wonderful that you're now the host of an English conversation group, and that you had the opportunity to connect with so many colleagues! As you know, I love talking about small talk and having better conversations, so if your sessions inspire any questions, let me know! Take care!
@@Englishwithkim Sure thing! Take care you too! :)
Hi Kim it's good to see you
Your voice is wonderful.
I really like your videos and listen to your voice
Thanks a lot and have a great weekend my dear teacher 😉🇧🇷 stay safe
Thank you! 😃 Take care!
Great advice.
Thanks - glad it helped!
Thanks a lot!
You're welcome!
Thank you for this video.. It helps. I will apply this❤❤
You're most welcome - I'm happy you found it helpful. I hope you have good conversations at work!
Hi Kim your lessons are so helpful, please create a podcast channel. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🌺🌺🌺
I'm definitely thinking about it! What would you like to hear in a podcast?
English with Kim like , it can be like your regular lesson , but it is so better to here in car , out , you Know , sometimes podcast is better than video , especially for listening skills
Great videos
Thanks!
You can probably tell that this video was recorded earlier this year, before things changed during the global crisis. I'm planning to record more videos about small talk, and I need your help! Are you finding it easier or harder to talk to your coworkers or colleagues if you're working remotely? Are there questions you're afraid to ask? Are you concerned you're not saying the right thing? Leave a comment and let me know!
It might be helpful to view this coworker as a code to crack, and simply try asking more questions until you find one that works. Try questions like "How's your day been going?" or "What have you been up to?" These are more open-ended, and you can see how they respond.
Thanks for making this vedio. My accent is different from others and they find it hard to understand me and so have been so much withdrawn from having free communication to an extent of just keeping quite to my self.
How can I deal with this?. Its a totally different culture around me.
These are the good example conversations, thank you Kim.
Glad it helped!
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Thanks for the tips! Intonation? High pitch vs low pitch followed by my lies and attempt to role play by sharing my experiences by presenting my mythological narrative as hero/ and/or victim!😅😅😂
If I understand you correctly, you're saying that how you speak at work can often feel like you're playing a role. It can feel exhausting to have to present yourself in a certain light.
I agree👌🏼
oh my God this video really helps me to make my assignments!! shout out to her for making such
amazing video. Keep up your good work, Miss Kim!! Love you:)
Glad I could help! Thanks for letting me know this video was helpful for you. I appreciate your support!
I like this video
Thank you - I'm glad it helped you!
My adhd brain hates small talk. This is helpful!
Glad it helped you!
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I will never get tired of watching this video, you'er amazing, awesome I'm really appreciate you this is/was topic I need/needed more, plz give me reply and correct my mistake friendly don't judge me😃😍
Thanks for the kind words - I'm happy to hear this video helped you! Be sure to check out this video for more topics you can use to make small talk: th-cam.com/video/p0HgYS5xlao/w-d-xo.html
Thank you although the whole office talk seems like acting or playing a role this is really helpful :)
You're absolutely right - in some work environments, you have to present a certain facade. These tips were originally created for a client who wanted to make a good impression at a new job. Some office environments are more casual, and that's where these tips can be helpful: th-cam.com/video/p0HgYS5xlao/w-d-xo.html
Hi Kim, I'm new to your channel. Please introduce me a good podcast or character for shadow exercise!
Welcome to the channel. I encourage you to find podcasts relevant to your interests or work, and listen for someone whose voice you like. This older live video has a number of tips that may help: th-cam.com/users/liveusiNCBahmFY
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Small talk bore me to no end lol but I understand your point... Must make an effort I guess
I get it! At least give it a try with coworkers you like!
@@Englishwithkim I tried today haha, it works! But one of my coworkers might be upset that i never talk i think... She looks offensed even when i try opening a discussion...
@@Emka877 That's great to hear! Well, hopefully as you start making small talk more, she'll warm up to these conversations!
Hello ma'am, could you make a lesson on USA culture?
What questions do you have about American culture? What would you like to hear me discuss in a video?
Ma'am I wanna know about how people's nature is. Are they friendly or not and other things
I'm trying my best to add some of these to my daily routine but I'm find it incredibly difficult as I just don't have the energy a lot of them have.
I'm in a team which is slightly unbalanced too, I'm the only male in the team and all my hobbies and interests none of them follow.. I kind of interact occasionally in the conversations but find myself distant to most as I can't relate to them.
I'll try a few of these methods, thank you.
Thanks for sharing your experience! I originally wrote these questions for a client who wanted to stay focused on work when making small talk with her colleagues. However, as you've mentioned, they are in-depth and require energy and attention. For lighter, more general conversation topics, try this video: th-cam.com/video/p0HgYS5xlao/w-d-xo.html
I understand what you're saying about feeling like you can't relate to your colleagues. I encourage you to check out the video I've shared to see if any of those topics might work. If you experiment with a variety topics, you will hopefully find something that feels comfortable to talk about with them.
One I used today, “My husband and I are looking into new places to visit for vacation, what types of places have you been?”
That's a great question - you will likely learn a little about their interests that way!
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What small topics can I discuss with my new employer?
These questions are great for interacting with people at a new job: th-cam.com/video/2bodeNQNkrQ/w-d-xo.html I actually came up with these questions when working with someone who had recently started a new job and wanted to keep her small talk focused on work-related topics.
Ma'am please tell something about cambly app
I've never used the app. I encourage you to look for reviews from people who have!
@@Englishwithkim ma'am are you from America and do you have your own English speaking institute
Some colleagues are overzealous persons. They need to interfere in everything in the office.
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Thank you for your video I learn too much but If you not mind could you be slow while you’re talking
Awesome! Glad it helped you. Have you tried adjusting the speed of the video with the gear button on TH-cam? Listening at .75 speed may help. You can also read the article version of this video on my website: englishwithkim.com/workplace-small-talk-colleagues-coworkers/
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I hate having to do small talk with people, I just don’t have much to say.
That's understandable. If you don't have much to say, you can always ask other people questions to get them talking. That way you can listen instead!
I do this but my manager is arrogant, he kills all my moods.
Sorry to hear that! You're most definitely not alone - sometimes you end up working with people who won't even try to respond to small talk.
Hey how are you
Good, how are you?
@@Englishwithkim I'm not trying to be mean but nobody cares,or maybe a few people care but an overwhelming majority of people don't care about the well being of other people. I know small talk is a way of people being nice to each other but small talk seems forced and fake. For the most part, people don't care how you're doing,it's just something to say. You get the same answers every time. How you doing?" "I'm good. "How are you?" "Good".
This is what Happens to me on the elevator at work
Tenent: hi how are you
Me: Good,how are you ( I don't care how he or she is doing,I'm just being polite)
Tenent: nice day outside
Me: yeah,it sure is
Tenent: tommorow's Friday
Me: yeah,yeah.
After that there's seconds of silence.
We get off the elevator and go in our separate direction.
I was in a store last night and the cashier asked the customer what country is he from.
I'm saying to myself "why does he care?" The customer said he's from France but plans on going back next year. The cashier then asked him what air line is he taking. I'm sure he doesn't care what airline he's using,it's just more fake talk. What was the point in that small chit chat? I don't get it. You hear this kind of chattering everyday in restaurants,clothing stores,hair salons,barbor shops,work places,just about every public place. I think small talk is a waste of words and people engaging in it are being phony or they care what other people think,and so they feel like they have to say something.
I don't like when people ask me how i was doing or personal questions
Fair enough.
hi you .gift for you .R for red .red for blood ..blood for heart .. heart for love ... love for you ..sweet Boston . ilu [ i love you ]]yousif from IRAQ* we need to help us forever .c u ..........
Thank you!
Is this small talk or an interview? Jeez. I won't survive.
I hear you. Not every workplace is so serious. Try these small talk topics instead: th-cam.com/video/p0HgYS5xlao/w-d-xo.html
Need save time so me no watch
Many small time make big time
This was very bland and full of ingenuine rules. Like telling me not to talk about my religion. No suggestion here was clever or incrementally valuable
Well, these questions were designed to be bland and intended for people who want to keep conversations strictly work related.
i hate small talk at work, it's so draining and useless. Norse countries don't have these American fake conversations.
These types of conversations are more common in more corporate offices. I don't particularly care for them myself. What do people talk about at work where you live?
@@Englishwithkim UK. We do have this type of small talk. I envy my Danish friends, who say they rarely engage in small talk. I guess they are more introverted.
@@NightQueen666 I live in Scandinavia (Sweden) and small talk with coworkers is very common (and kinda expected). Have your friends been working in Denmark in the last 10 years?
Thank you! You are amazing!
Happy to help!