5 handy social skills everyone should learn

Shutting your mouth for a few minutes goes a long way.

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Most of us learn basic manners as kids, but what separates those who can simply survive social situations from those who thrive in them? 

According to a recent Quora thread beginning with the question "What are useful social skills that can be picked up quickly?", there are several surprisingly easy ways to win people over and improve your social life. 

Read on for five tricks your parents may not have taught you.  

1. Let people talk

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2. Ask follow-up questions

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3. Ask open-ended questions

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4. Tell people what they want to hear

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5. Speak up for people who are interrupted

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