“When you see people,’’...“the first thing they say is, ‘What’s new?’ You say, ‘Nothing,’ and then there’s nothing to talk about.’’..Small talk involves more than answering questions as if you’re on the witness stand. A good mingler needs to initiate conversation. It also helps to remember that many people at the party feel as shy as you do
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