Originally posted by Curt
I just thought I'd make this thread cos it's happened to me a few times and it's really annoying/awkward. So anyway yeah....
It's very simple. Everyone knows of those two second conversations. You know, those conversations where people exchange pleasentries while passing each on the street or in the office. Well what if I were to tell you that you could make someone feel like an ass hole in under 3 seconds?
It's simple, but has a weakness. Here's how it works...
When a person crosses your path and decides to start these annoying, pointless conversations, let them initiate the conversation with their normal greeting.
Example:
"Hey Bob."
Now, as you are passing turn to his ear and say, "How's it going?" and continue walking at a steady pace. You just made that douchebeag feel like a complete ass hole for the rest of the day. He'll be wondering all day if he should have said anything back or nothing at all. It'll effect his overall productivity and, depending on his personality, may even cause him to lock himself in his shell of an apartment for the rest of the day.
Now there is a weakness. You may be dealing with a person that you know is going to reply back with, "Great! How are you?" and stall your busy day. If that's the case, repeat the same action but instead of continuing to walk at a normal pace...
A.) Take a corner quickly.
B.) Run your ass off.
Or, don't finish your
Cool story bro.