Dick James

Dick James has been the editor of UK Training News since it was launched. He has been a professional writer, trainer and educator. Previously, he worked for five years in the higher education sector and with an independent training provider for over ten years. He has written numerous papers, articles and training manuals.

UK Training News

Published on 05/1/2007

The term "small talk" describes a curious phenomenon today. The business community attends small talk courses and learns the art of "relaxed speaking". Through this casual chatting it is possible to break the ice, get to know people and create new networks: all key for good business.

Small talk project

A project of Jasmina Llobet and Luis Fernández Pons

The term "small talk" describes a curious phenomenon today. The business community attends small talk courses and learns the art of "relaxed speaking". Through this casual chatting it is possible to break the ice, get to know people and create new networks: all key for good business.

Talking, chatting, and mingling are all being incorporated into the business world as a way for companies to maximise profit. We will be able to convince a colleague of our potential and increase our promotion prospects... Don't miss the chance, no matter how small it may be.

The video small talk video training is structured like a typical English course on television. The usual: "Good morning, my name is Peter, how are you?" might not be quite as innocent as it first sounds. Here we learn how to take control of everyday situations, to say the correct thing in the correct moment, to make a good impression.