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# [How Small Talk Can Boost Your Career and Get You Promoted](https://zahere.com/how-small-talk-can-boost-your-career-and-get-you-promoted?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Whether you're aiming for a promotion or simply looking to improve your networking skills, understanding the impact of small talk is crucial.

Aug 26, 2024 · 5 min read · zahere.com  
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[Zahiruddin Tavargere](https://hashnode.com/@Zahere)

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[Kazys Račkauskas](https://hashnode.com/@EasyTdd)

[Aug 27, 2024](https://hashnode.com/posts/how-small-talk-can-boost-your-career-and-get-you-promoted/66cc37236b50f1c9979fce99/comment/66cdbd809f25ee3f958aab48)

In your article, you referred to an article titled "The Surprising Power of Simply Asking Coworkers How They’re Doing," which contains the statement: "We found that 39% of respondents feel the greatest sense of belonging when their colleagues check in with them, both personally and professionally." I'm curious—how do the other 61% feel about colleagues checking in with them?