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Qualities of good conversationalists (according to Larry King)
- look at things from different angles and think unconventionally
- have broad knowledge; can talk about topics that go far beyond the interests of the average person
- show enthusiasm and passion for the issues and topics being discussed
- do not focus attention on themselves
- during interviews, do not only answer questions but are not afraid to ask questions themselves
- have the ability to empathize, putting themselves in other people’s place in order to better understand a situation
- have a sense of humor and know how to use it appropriately
- have their own distinctive style of conversation
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