Conversation - Rob Biesenbach

The Secret to Being Irresistible at Parties

December 9, 2024January 24, 2012 by Rob Biesenbach

The key to being interesting is to take an interest in other people. Years ago I was at a party in New York where I didn’t really know anybody but my then-girlfriend. At some point we each went our own way and I found myself next to the bar with one of her friend’s boyfriends. … Read more

Three Small-talk Questions I Hate

December 9, 2024November 16, 2011 by Rob Biesenbach

I’ve never been a fan of small talk. As the name suggests, it’s decidedly unambitious. Now I don’t need to always be engaging in deep-meaning philosophy, but I do like something a little more meaningful than, “How about that weather?” Of course, small talk isn’t really about the talk itself. It’s really an attempt to … Read more