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Hernando,a police officer,has been assigned a new partner,LaTonya.He is meeting LaTonya for the first time and wants to get better acquainted.Help Hernando by giving him suggestions on how to start a successful conversation with LaTonya and to sustain it.
On Apr 28, 2024
-Student answers will vary,but should include that starting a successful conversation begins with a comment about something happening now,in the present moment.By definition,a conversation is spontaneous,so having a pre-planned standard opening line may fall flat.Let the situation,time,location,and other person organically help you determine how to start a conversation,rather than using a canned line.
-For example,Hernando could comment on how crowded the streets are on their patrol,or how cold the temperature is during their shift.
-The two most important skills involving keeping a conversation going are: (1)asking good questions and (2)listening.
-For example,Hernando could ask LaTonya about her most recent case and listen attentively as she speaks.