<p><i><b>Fully revised and updated-with her trademark wit and practicality, Jeanne Martinet hands over the keys to feeling at ease in any social situation</b></i></p><p>Does the idea of going to a large party make your mouth go dry? Do you freeze when facing networking opportunities? Are you using your smartphone as a mingling crutch?</p><p>You're not alone: Ninety percent of the world suffers from minglephobia. Jeanne Martinet has developed a cure-a sure-fire system to overcome social fears and have a great time at every type of business or social gathering. Filled with simple techniques, tricks, tips, lines and maneuvers, and illustrated with entertaining examples, The Art of Mingling teaches you:</p><p>* Basic survival strategies for the Truly Terrified<br>* Opening lines and gambits that really work<br>* Tools and rules for keeping the conversation going in the right direction<br>* The etiquette of escape<br>* Faux pas recovery techniques<br>* How to avoid the dumb use of smartphones<br>* The secret to being a good listener<br>* The right way to follow up online <br>* and much, much more!</p>