Wanted: Chief small talk officers. Awkward applicants welcome
Summary
A communication app called RiseGuide is hiring people to practice small talk with strangers in public places. The goal is to build social confidence by encouraging real-life conversations outside of digital screens.Key Facts
- RiseGuide is hiring up to three "Chief Small Talk Officers" for a one-month job.
- The job pays $2,000 plus money for activities like parks, bookstores, and fitness classes.
- Officers will talk to strangers, rate their small talk skills, and track how long conversations last.
- The app wants to help people, especially those who feel socially awkward, to become more confident in talking to others.
- Experts say social confidence can be learned and doesn’t have to mean being very outgoing.
- Digital devices and personalized internet content may make it harder to find common topics to talk about.
- People often avoid conversations by using their phones, even in social settings like bars.
- Talking to strangers can improve mood and provide unexpected enjoyment, according to research.
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