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MIRecovery I read a book a long time ago called a life time guide to conversation. The Cliff Notes version is people love to talk about themselves so let them. Come armed with 20 open ended questions that will work on just about anyone. Something like, "How did you meet the host of the party." Just keep you mouth shut and they will do the work for you. When they stop talking you can add a little something or ask them another question.
Works every time
I've got a pretty social job setting. This works every time for me as well. you will be surprised how easy it is to keep the conversation going.