The Friend Formula / Flagship Course / Edition 03

Three simple steps to
connect with anyone.

A no-fluff, science-backed system for people who'd rather walk the long way than risk a hello. Years of conversation research, boiled down into one short course.

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Pt.01
A letter from Dan
Why this course exists
— Read time · 4 min

Do you hate small talk?

Dan Chang

Hi, I'm Dan.

I used to feel so nervous around new people — especially at work, around "high-power" managers and clients. My mind would go blank. And I didn't know what to do about it.

  • I didn't know what to say
  • I worried about boring people
  • I stumbled over the words coming out my mouth
  • I felt misunderstood

And most of all, I struggled to find meaning in small talk. Talking about the weather or traffic seemed so pointless.

“I longed for deep and meaningful connections.”

But I had so many questions:

How do I start a conversation? What do I say? Am I being boring? How can I connect with someone? How do I move into deeper topics?

So I decided to figure it out.

I've spent thousands of hours (and dollars) learning from books, experts, and psychology studies (yes, I'm a nerd).

I tested the stuff out — to see what actually works and what doesn't.

Then I boiled it all down.

Dan Chang — founder, The Friend Formula
Introducing
Meaningful Small Talk

In Meaningful Small Talk, I'd like to share the best of what I've learned. I took all the science, research, and expert advice, and boiled it down — into easy, practical steps.

A simple framework I wish someone had taught me 8 years ago. Backed by science. Without the fluff and BS.

Pt.02
The Framework
Three deliberate moves
— 03 steps

You'll learn three steps
to connect with anyone.

No tricks. No scripts to memorize. Just three deliberate moves you can practice in the next conversation you have.

01.

Start small talk.

With people you've never met — at the coffee shop, in the elevator, before the meeting starts. A handful of fail-proof openers that don't feel scripted.

With people you've never met
02.

Connect.

On a personal level, in minutes. A simple shift in what you listen for and what you ask next turns surface chatter into something both of you remember.

On a personal level in minutes
03.

Leave an impression.

With a graceful exit. The way you end a conversation is the part people actually remember — and it's the part almost nobody teaches.

With a graceful exit
Pt.03
Social proof
What students are saying
— ★ 4.9 avg

What people are saying.

Meaningful Small Talk has been a fantastic journey. The videos and the knowledge are top notch. Since I took the course I've made a lot more friends and feel a deeper connection with people. Having a detailed plan is just awesome.
J Jeremiah S.MST student · 2024
You addressed everything that I had problems with — and exposed problems I didn't even know were there. It was like an epiphany and a revelation had a baby in my head.
S Shawn A.MST student · 2023
As founder of thesocialwinner.com, I'm always scouring the internet for more research and knowledge related to social skills. Luckily I found Dan because his material is LEGIT. It's well researched, scientifically backed, and explained clearly. The best part — it's actionable. Even though I've been reading about social skills and psychology for many years, I still get tons of value from Dan's videos.
R Rob RikerFounder, thesocialwinner.com
Pt.04
Who this is for
Find yourself on the list
— Honest fit check

Is this course for you?

When I designed MST, I had four types of people in mind. If you ever…

  • 01 Feel nervous, awkward or self-conscious around new people
  • 02 Run out of things to say and are afraid of boring others
  • 03 Feel misunderstood around others
  • 04 Have missed opportunities in life because of shyness

…then Meaningful Small Talk can help you.

Pt.05
Inside the course
Five modules · one framework
— 13 video lessons

Five modules.
One framework.
Watch on any device.

6+
Hours of video
13 lessons
Self-paced
Live breakdowns
Real conversations
01.
Module One

What's holding you back?

  • Uncover the secret power of small talk
  • Map out your daily opportunities to meet new people
  • Stop boredom and nervousness during small talk
02.
Module Two

Starting small talk.

  • Build the foundation for great conversations
  • Easily start talking to anyone using fail-proof openers
  • Make people feel good and want to continue
03.
Module Three

How to connect.

  • Become more talkative with an easy 5-minute exercise
  • Connect with strangers even if you have nothing in common
  • Deepen conversations from mundane to meaningful
04.
Module Four

Make a lasting impression.

  • Have awesome responses no matter the topic
  • Share your opinions with a fill-in-the-blank formula
  • Exit gracefully and leave people wanting more
05.
Module Five

Avoid awkward silences.

  • Never run out of things to say
  • Transition between topics seamlessly
  • Create instant inside jokes with a surprisingly simple trick

Get started today — lifetime access for $297.

One payment. No subscription. Watch on any device, forever.

Yes! I want in
Pt.06
Bonuses
Included with every purchase
— A $682 value

Plus five expert bonus
masterclasses, free.

Limited-time bonuses — included with every Meaningful Small Talk purchase.
A $682 value
Daniel Wendler
Bonus 01
with Daniel Wendler

Small Talk Fundamentals.

  • Why small talk matters
  • 3 steps to level up small talk
  • Make people feel relaxed around you
  • Build emotional connection with people
Charlie Houpert
Bonus 02
with Charlie Houpert

Unforgettable First Impressions.

  • The biggest mistake most people make introducing themselves
  • A quick, simple, non-sleazy conversation framework
  • Four secrets that guarantee an amazing first impression
Michaela Chung
Bonus 03
with Michaela Chung

Conversation Ignitors.

  • The 4 don'ts of meet and greet
  • Two ninja strategies for sparking better conversation
  • Great one-liner conversation ignitors
  • The storytelling formula that captivates
Asia Gladson
Bonus 04
with Asia Gladson

Keys to Natural Magnetism.

  • Activate your own natural magnetism so others are drawn to you
  • Feel sure of yourself, no matter who you're talking to
  • Boldly start conversations — stop caring what others think
Dan Chang
Bonus 05 · Featured
with Dan Chang

Personal Coaching Calls.

  • Two 30-minute one-on-one calls
  • Uncover your biggest challenges
  • Build a specialized game plan
  • Directly with Dan, founder of TFF
Pt.07
Why join?
The shortcut, plainly
— Read time · 3 min

Save yourself years of trial and error.

Okay, besides the ridiculous bonuses I'm throwing in…

There's a lot of advice out there. And it gets confusing fast.

I want to offer you a shortcut. And save you years of trial and error.

Could you go spend hundreds of dollars on books, watch random YouTube videos, and try to analyze psychology studies? Of course.

But be honest…

How long have you been struggling — and when's the last time you did something about it?

Using my method you don't have to worry about what you're going to say next. In fact, you'll know exactly where to lead the conversation.

You don't have to figure this stuff out for yourself. I've done the work for you. I peel back the curtain and show you how small talk works and how to connect with people.

You can get real results. I've made friends with strangers, got promotions, and found business partners.

And so have my students. One guy was invited on tour by his favorite comedian. Another built a circle of friends in a new city.

“That's the power of a step-by-step system.”

Are you ready to take your life to the next level?

Pt.08
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One investment · everything included
— Lifetime access

One investment. Everything
included. Lifetime access.

No subscription. No upsells. One payment, and the course is yours forever.

Meaningful Small Talk · full access

The complete course.

Everything inside MST + all five bonus masterclasses + 60 days of email support — yours for one payment.

$297 $497 One-time · USD
  • Private member's area · 13 video lessons$297
  • 60 days of unlimited email support$97
  • BONUS 01 · Small Talk Fundamentals$97
  • BONUS 02 · Unforgettable First Impressions$97
  • BONUS 03 · Conversation Ignitors$97
  • BONUS 04 · Keys to Natural Magnetism$97
  • BONUS 05 · 2 personal coaching calls$294
  • Lifetime access · Watch on any deviceIncluded
Total value: $1,076 You save $779
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