Small talk in the office can improve the mood: You should definitely keep these five tips in mind. You should avoid controversial topics in small talk, such as religion, sexuality or politics.

Don't talk about yourself too much: You can quickly be perceived as arrogant and not particularly liked by your colleagues. Come up with creative questions during small talk: Few things are more unpleasant than realizing that you have run out of things to talk about - awkward silence is often the result. You can even get to know your colleague even better if you ask a more unusual question.