Hello how may I help you? help me start a conversation at a party I can help you start a party conversation.Is that correct? yes What type of party is this? it's a company getogether party How would you rate the disposition of your fellow party goers i.e. are they easygoing jokester types or extremely professional all business types? they are laid back types I'd start with just a casual line like "I've heard calendars are always nervous. Their days are numbered". oh that's great advice Yes it's important now a days to make certain you don't say anything that could offend some one.