Sometimes in a conversation speaking is not absolutely required. On the other hand, dialogue quality can be enhanced simply by listening. People feel obligated to speak in a conversation, perhaps to show the other party that "I know this, I got this." It really is a case-by-case thing. You are bearing risks of creating critical mistakes and possibly giving yourself away as a lousy person all by yourself. There is no need to impress nor to brag, personal image is built slow and steady, you will earn the image you deserve eventually if you start managing your image from now on.
Mic
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