Are you comfortable talking to people?
Do you skip networking sessions at conferences because you don’t know what to say?
Are you a freelancer who wants to attend events to grow your business but feels unsure about talking to people?
Do you feel comfortable talking about your work but struggle when the conversation moves beyond it?
Human Skills Practice offers low-pressure, facilitated group sessions where you can practice starting conversations, keeping them going, and handling the awkward moments.
“You helped me so much in just one session!” — Jasmin H.
What a Practice Session Looks Like
You’ll try practical skills like joining a conversation that’s already underway, keeping it going, and sharing something about yourself—not just asking questions.
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.
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.
“Jen is the perfect combination of knowledgeable and nonjudgmental. Her spaces are extremely warm, and from day 1, I felt my confidence during awkward social interactions increase.
I recommend her workshops to anyone who comes home from an event and finds themselves replaying clunky social interactions in their heads for hours (or even, days or weeks).
— Julianna P.
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 make a beeline for the Hors-D’oeuvres because a full mouth is too busy to talk!
✓ When you do attend an event, you replay conversations long after they're over.
✓ You wish talking to people felt more natural.
What do we do?
I give you the practice, we practice together, and then we practice some more. With practice, you become more comfortable talking to people you don’t already know!
Participants find that these skill translate to creating deeper and more meaningful conversations with people they interact with regularly, too.
Sessions are simple, straightforward and a nice place to be. Here’s what happens:
We arrive.
I briefly introduce the session and give everyone a chance to switch gears.
Together, we move through 4-5 practices. Each one focuses on a practical skill and tool that you can apply immediately.
Between each session we debrief and have a couple of minutes of quiet. You can look at your phone, sit quietly, or I will have journals and prompts for you if that’s helpful.
Once we have practiced 4-5 different skills we gather for one last debrief. I share some ways you can apply what you have learned in the real world and we say goodbye.
That’s it!
As a young adult who grew up in Covid, I think it’s really important to have the space to practice and mess up our social interactions. We can all feel so awkward and clammed up; it’s intimidating to walk into a room not knowing anyone.
In this session, we were all learning together, and it was nice that we all had the preface in which everyone was dealing with those similar feelings.
I really liked that we were given tools and direction to help us succeed, as well as the space to figure it out in our own way and for ourselves. I connected with the practicing of social situations instead of someone just telling you what to do and hoping you get the chance to practice it in a real life scenario.
–Gabrielle T
“I left every session wanting more.”
“It’s so warm and welcoming!”
This is feedback from group participants. Some might have come in nervous but they quickly felt welcome and comfortable.
This is low-pressure, casual, and a nice place to be.
“I didn’t expect to laugh so much!”
“As a professional networker, I really enjoyed today’s practice with Jen! I feel like there’s always room for improvement and I took away some tips and tricks for how to be better in social settings. For example, I can be better about being observant of letting stragglers into my conversations! Thanks Jen. This subject matter is very useful!”
— Alex B.
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.
“Practice creates confidence. Confidence empowers you. ”
“Understanding and promoting inclusivity in group dynamics is essential for not only a group to perform at an optimal level but also for members to feel safe speaking and returning in the future. Thank you for challenging these group dynamics to promote trust and cohesion.”
— Ryan K.