How To Properly Exit A Conversation

This article I came across discusses the importance of the beginning and ending of professional conversations. The end of the conversation is quite "tricky" because whatever feeling you give the audience at the end is, ultimately, how you will be remembered.

The article states that you shouldn't wait too long to end the conversation because the audience will start to feel strain and become uncomfortable, anxious or even bored. It also states that you shouldn't end the conversation abruptly. To leave a good lasting impression, offer something of value to the audience before you leave the conversation.

Here are Four Strategic Approaches to a Graceful Exit:

1. Information- Suggest articles, books or websites you think might be of value to the audience
2. A Connection- Offer to introduce them to someone you think they should meet. Make sure you are actually able to make this introduction since it would be very awkward to promise and not deliver
3. Visibility- Invite them to speak or be a part of something you are already a part of, such as a committee or organization
4. Recognition- Discuss an award or recognition you think they should be awarded for

To read the full article visit the link below,

http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-strategically-exit-a-conversation-and-leave-a-killer-lasting-impression-2012-1