5 smart ways to politely end a conversation without coming off as rude

Not a people person or have simply run out of your social battery to carry on with small talk? Don't worry we've got your back! If you find yourself stuck in a conversation and see no end in sight, here are 5 ways you can effectively and effortlessly end that conversation without coming off as arrogant or rude.

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Smart ways to end a conversation

1) Noting the time

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One is the easiest ways to end a conversation that has run its course is by indicating what the time is. Sometimes you find yourself in an unwanted conversation that has gone on for too long but you aren't able to end it in a polite manner, in such cases a direct approach can lead to you embarrassing the other person. To end that conversation without coming off as rude, tactfully divert the other person's attention towards the time and make your exit.

For example: 'Oh wow, would you look at the time! Can't believe we've been chatting for so long. I think we should probably get going!'

2) Professional goodbye

In a professional setting, it's a little tricky to end a conversation, especially with a coworker you aren't really close to, without coming off as snooty or self-important. So, to humbly end a conversation it is important to acknowledge how insightful the conversation was for you. If you express your appreciation to the other person for the conversation you can end it in a respectful manner without will ruffling anyone's feathers.

For example: 'Thank you for the enlightening conversation. I enjoyed learning more about your unique experience and look forward to continuing this discussion at our next meeting.'

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3) Friendly farewell

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If you are catching up with your friend after a long time, those conversations have a tendency to go on for a long period of time. But sometimes we just do not have enough time in our daily lives to put it towards a catchup. When you are talking with a casual friend it's essential to come off as warm as well as someone who values your relationship and wants to nurture it in the coming future, so if you want to get out of a conversation for right now, try putting it off by making a plan to get together.

For example: 'It's been amazing catching up with you, tell me why do we not do it often? You know what, rather than talking about it, let's meet and resume this discussion in person.'

4) Indicate an early exit

Sometimes even before the start of a conversation you know it's going to drag and be a bore but you know it's unavoidable. In such cases, it becomes extremely difficult to end that conversation without offending the other person. So, plan ahead and indicate an early exit at the start of your conversation.

For example: 'I apologise in advance, but I have an early morning start tomorrow so I will be heading out soon. Can you give me a Cliff Notes version right now and we can have a detailed discussion at a later time?'

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5) Mentioning other commitments

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If you are absolutely bored and can not wish for the end of this conversation any harder, this may be the solution for you. While with this trick you can get out of any conversation almost immediately, use this very cautiously as it requires a decent amount of stealth because you actually have to convince the other person about your commitments convincingly.

For example: 'Sorry to cut this short, but I've got to run, my next appointment is here. I'll talk to you later?'

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