Ways to Help You Talk less

H/T @mkhill1212.  H/T Alex Mathers

Although I often forget in the moment, I too frequently tend to dominate conversations. These are some of the tricks I use to combat it

1. Breathe

2. Pause

When your fellow conversationalist comes to the end of a statement, don't rush to jump in Give them a chance to continue.

3. Ask a question based on what you just heard.

This forces you to be a more active listener.

4. Don’t be afraid of silence.

5. When speaking, deliver one idea at a time.

Then wait. You'll get a chance to speak again. There is no reason to dump it all at once.

6. Conversation is Collaboration.