Feel More Comfortable Talking to People
Conversation isn't something we're born knowing how to do.
It's a skill we develop through practice.
No speeches. No forced networking. Just guided conversation practice.
You Might Be in the Right Place If…
✓ You opt out of industry events because you worry about what to say when meeting new people.
✓ You circle the room at an event because you feel awkward joining existing conversations.
✓ You get trapped talking to the same person because you don’t know how to end a conversation.
✓ You really want to meet that colleague from the opposite coast but you don’t know how to approach them.
✓ When you do attend an event, you replay conversations long after they're over.
✓ You wish talking to people felt more natural.
Hi! I’m Jen.
For years, I thought some people were simply good at talking to people.
I wasn't one of them.
Walking into networking events, conferences, or even social gatherings felt exhausting. I never knew who to approach or what to say.
Then I realized something that changed everything.
Conversation isn't a personality trait.
It's a skill.
And skills can be practiced.
Today I genuinely enjoy meeting new people—not because I became fearless, but because I became practiced.
That's why I created Human Skills Practice.
Learn
Understand a practical conversation skill.
What is Human Skills Practice?
Practice
Try it in guided conversations with supportive people.
Use It
Take it into everyday life and watch conversations become easier.
There are wonderful people all around you.
Human Skills Practice exists to make those conversations feel a little easier.
What a Session Looks Like
We Learn a Practical Skill.
Maybe it's how to start, join, or end a conversation. Maybe it's how to keep one going. Maybe it's how to listen well, ask better questions, or handle awkward moments.
Each skill is designed to be useful right away.
We Practice that Skill.
Practice in a guided, supportive environment.
You don't need to know what you're doing when you arrive. We'll provide the structure, guidance, and support. We even handle those awkward few minutes before the session gets started.
All you have to do is show up. We've got you.
You Try it Out.
Try it out in real life.
Between sessions, you'll have simple opportunities to practice what you've learned. Nothing overwhelming—just small, thoughtful challenges that we'll have already practiced together.
You're not doing this alone.
You Grow.
Like any other skill, conversation gets easier with practice.
Each time you show up, you'll build a little more comfort, confidence, and connection.
Imagine…
Walking into a networking event without rehearsing what you'll say.
Starting conversations more easily.
Feeling comfortable joining a group.
Leaving with new connections.
Enjoying talking to people.
Interested?
Are you interested in joining us but not sure where to start?
That's okay. You don't need to have it all figured out before reaching out.
Tell me a little about yourself and what's bringing you here, and we'll decide together what makes the most sense. After you submit the form, I'll personally reach out using your preferred contact method.
No need to write the perfect message. A sentence or two is plenty.
Reach Out Here:
Who This is For
Human Skills Practice is for people who know showing up will help them build their network, increase job proficiency, and open professional opportunities but avoid them because they don’t know what to say to people.
Our sessions are designed to help you build comfort, confidence, and connection through practice.
No pressure. No perfection. Just opportunities to learn, practice, and grow.
If this feels familiar…
✓ 2 a.m. seems to be the perfect time to judge that conversation you had with a colleague that afternoon... (or ten years ago). And your verdict is usually, "Not good."
✓ You make a beeline for the hors d'oeuvres table at gatherings... because if you're eating, you can't be talking.
✓ You sit in your car outside an event, trying to convince yourself to go in. You know you're not fooling yourself with that "good reason" to head home instead, but 30 minutes later you find yourself in flannel pajamas on the couch watching your favorite show.
✓ You believe some people are just naturally good at talking to people... and the rest of us just aren't.
✓ You'd love to feel comfortable walking into networking events, industry conferences, work dinners, and other opportunities that could move your career forward—but until now, you didn't realize becoming more comfortable talking to people was something you could actually practice.
…you’ve found your people.
This is not therapy, crisis support, or clinical treatment. Human Skills Practice is a skills-based practice experience focused on communication, connection, and real-world interaction practice.
“Practice creates confidence. Confidence empowers you. ”
About Human Skills Practice
I believe many of us are feeling increasingly disconnected. After years of more screen time, remote interaction, and less face-to-face practice, everyday conversation can feel harder than it used to — even for thoughtful, capable people.
We learn math, science, writing, and sports through instruction and practice. Conversation, connection, and communication are often treated differently. Many people assume they should simply know how to do them naturally.
The reality is that these are skills.
Skills can be learned. Skills can be improved. Skills can be practiced.
Human Skills Practice was created to offer a supportive, judgment-free place to develop the skills that help conversations feel more comfortable, natural, and meaningful.
Whether you're navigating networking events, workplace conversations, social gatherings, or everyday interactions, Human Skills Practice provides opportunities to learn, experiment, and practice in real-world ways.
The goal isn't perfection. It's connection.
Because better conversations start with practice.
Meet Jen
“What you practice in private you will be rewarded for in public.””
I've always enjoyed people, but that didn't mean conversations felt easy.
For years, I struggled with social anxiety, overthinking, and feeling uncomfortable in situations that seemed effortless for everyone else. I often found myself replaying conversations, worrying about what to say, or feeling disconnected even when surrounded by people.
Eventually, I realized that confidence in conversation wasn't something people were simply born with. Like any other skill, it could be practiced.
Over time, I learned practical tools that helped me stay present, connect more naturally, and feel more comfortable in social and professional interactions. As I practiced, I became more confident, built stronger relationships, and created a life filled with meaningful connection and supportive people.
Human Skills Practice grew from that experience.
My goal isn't to teach people how to perform or become someone they're not. It's to provide a supportive place to practice the skills that help conversations feel more natural, authentic, and enjoyable.
Because better conversations start with practice.
Through my work in community organizations, volunteer leadership, customer-facing roles, and as host of the Real Women's Work podcast, I've spent years talking with people from all walks of life. Those experiences continue to shape the way I approach conversation, connection, and communication.