#UnmuteYourCommute
Choose what best describes you:
Beginner
Etiquette for conversation
1. Remove your headphones 🎧🎶
—It is the biggest barrier when it comes to others talking to you.
2. Wear the token 💫
Make sure its visible and hope that someone will come talk to y
3. Look for people wearing the token 🔍🕵️♂️
Ideally you have one —don’t worry if you don’t have one! These are people who are aware of the game.
4. Go say hi 👋
smile and ask them what their bracelet says.
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Intermediate
Etiquette for conversation
1. Remove your headphones 🎧🎶
—It is the biggest barrier when it comes to others talking to you.
2. Look for people wearing the token 🔍🕵️♂️
These people are still playing the game. It doesn’t matter if they’re wearing headphones!
3. Greet 👋😊💬
Before seating or stanfing next to someone. Be receptive with their reactions —most likely is that it will tell you whether their willing to engage in conversation or not!
4. Look for opportunities 👋😊💬
It´s easier to start the conversation when there's background noise! 🔊💬
Use every stop —or disruption along your route as an excuse to ask a question to your neighbour.
5. Know what to ask 📋❓
Make sure to read the
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Advanced
Etiquette for conversation
1. Remove your headphones 🎧🎶
—It is the biggest barrier when it comes to others talking to you.
2. Look for people to talk to! 🔍🕵️♂️
It doesn’t matter if they’re not wearing the token —ideally they should not be wearing headphones or reading a book.
3. Greet 👋😊💬
4. Know what to ask 📋❓
Make sure to read the
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Rules of the game
#UnmuteYourCommute
1. Respect 🙏
Be mindful of your conversation partner and others by maintaining proper volume.
2. Have empathy ❤️🩹
It’s not easy engaging in conversation with strangers! Acknowledge people’s feelings and will to be reserved.
3. Listen 👂
Show genuine interest into what the other person is saying.
4. Apologize if necessary 🙇♂️
If you accidentally offend someone, apologize and explain where you're coming from and allow the other to explain as well.
5. Don’t take it personal 🤝
Some conversations have a natural closing point — and it’s ok! Express your gratitude for the conversation and reflect upon what you learned!
Lets continue!
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From ready-to-go icebreakers . . .
Light-hearted questions to kickstart your commute...
Remember, it's important to gauge the other person's interest in chatting. If they seem open to conversation, great! If not, it's best to respect their privacy and enjoy the journey in silence.
. . . to meaningful explorations!
Thoughtful, deeper questions for when you´re already engaged in conversation
Remember, it's important to gauge the other person's interest in chatting. If they seem open to conversation, great! If not, it's best to respect their privacy and enjoy the journey in silence.
#UnmuteYourCommute
Why you should talk to strangers on your commute . . .
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