Your inbox has probably begun to fill with holiday party invitations, and while the main point of a party is to do just that – party – you can’t discount the networking opportunity.\u00a0 However, no one wants to be “that person” talking shop when all anyone else wants to do is let loose and have fun.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Here are some tips to help you “talk” about real estate without ever talking about real estate.<\/p>\n

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• Ask Questions<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  This is easiest to do with someone you’ve just met.\u00a0 A simple question like “Do you live in the area?” can open the door to so many follow-ups, depending on their answer.<\/p>\n

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  • Listen<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    This is probably the most important part of the conversation.\u00a0 Genuinely listening allows you to respond sincerely.\u00a0 Make sure you illustrate this sincerity through tone, inflection, nodding your head, etc.<\/p>\n

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    • Read their Cues<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Are their arms crossed and stiff, or are they making wide gestures?\u00a0 Are they speaking with their eyes or just their mouth?\u00a0 Don’t underestimate the importance of nonverbal cues.\u00a0 There’s a reason people in the public eye receive professional training on this subject.\u00a0 If you are oblivious to these critical cues, you will blunder every conversation and become “that person.”<\/p>\n

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      • Give and Take<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Think of this part as a dance.\u00a0 Some people really love to talk about themselves, so let them take the lead.\u00a0 Don’t interject forcibly – you could kill the conversation or worse, offend them.\u00a0 If you’re having trouble finding an opportunity to contribute, here’s a tip:\u00a0 It’s usually ok to interrupt these self-talkers if you’re asking them for their opinion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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        • Have Fun<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          It is a party, after all.\u00a0 Some of the best Realtors and networking gurus are the absolute life of every event they attend.<\/p>\n

          For more business tips and real estate news, visit the REVStaffing Blog<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0 Our real estate assistants have decades of combined experience with effective marketing strategies, advanced social media, client management, transaction coordination and much more.\u00a0 For a complimentary consultation or free needs analysis<\/strong><\/a>, call 855-REVSVA1 (855-738-7821) or visit www.revstaffing.com<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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