Let’s Talk… Connection This Holiday Season ??
Kirryn Zerna
?? Communication & Connection Keynote Speaker | LinkedIn Top Communication Voice | Non Executive Director | Author | GAICD | MMgt | BComm |
In the busyness of holiday gatherings, did you know a thoughtful question could you?be the spark that turns small talk into something more meaningful??
According to the theory of reciprocal self-disclosure, people naturally mirror each other’s openness. By asking intentional, curious questions, you create space for trust and connection to flourish.?
In fact, research by Dr. Arthur Aron found that asking deep, thoughtful questions can build strong bonds—even between strangers—in as little as 45 minutes.
So, whether you’re sitting around the Christmas table or catching up over holiday drinks, try swapping “How’s work?” with something deeper.?You never know where the conversation might take you. ??
???? Holiday Tip for Better Connection
Start with curious questions in your conversations. ?
A simple, intentional question could?shift your?conversation from small talk to real talk—transforming a fleeting moment into something memorable. ?
Here are some questions to try:
Which one could?you try? As you gather with friends, family, or colleagues this season, take the opportunity to connect deeper.
After all, sometimes the greatest gift we can give is our attention.?
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???? Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season, filled with moments to connect, reflect, and recharge. Here’s to a wonderful break and a bright start to 2025—see you then! ? ?
ABOUT KIRRYN ZERNA
Kirryn Zerna is a communications and connection keynote speaker, a LinkedIn Top Voice in Communications, Non-Executive Director, and author.?
P.S. I’ve just launched my latest keynote, The CONNECT Effect: The Art of Deep Connection in a Digital Age. Would love to discuss any future conferences where I can help leaders, teams, and brands use digital fuel to connect on a whole new level.?www.kirrynzerna.com
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2 个月Love this Kirryn
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2 个月Sometimes it’s the simple shift in our questions that makes all the difference in creating meaningful conversations.?
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2 个月This is an idea that will be useful all year - thanks, Kirryn! The "best decision" one, is probably my favourite. I've also read recently that we should have our own answer prepared as the person is likely to ask us the same thing! ??
I hate nothing more than small talk so I love these suggestions as I'm always looking for ways to getting deeper, faster when connecting with people. I especially like the questions what surprised you about yourself in 2024 and another one I someone asked me the other day is what gave me the most joy in 2024.