If you are really interested in the art of conversation start with these two tips: 1. Ask questions, but make sure they are open ended. For example, don't ask "do you like Hubski?" Because that is a yes or no answer and doesn't drive conversation. Instead ask, "What you think of Hubski?" If you really wanna get things going, ask high impact questions, "What are you passionate about?" Why"? 2. Listen. Keep eye contact and listen. Actively. Really listen. Then paraphrase: "Okay, so what you're saying is that you're passionate about music because your father introduced you to music at a young age and it makes you feel close to him?" -you don't have to paraphrase in such an obvious way, but it does help someone know that you are engaged and understand them. People long to be understood and heard. Good luck!