TIPS N’ TRICKS: Spark Plugs (Conversation Starters)
To kickstart great conversation and make sure everyone’s included—use these categories of conversation starters (left colum) or the phrases (right column)!
Passion for cars!
Where people’s passion for cars began
Why people are passionate
What they’re passionate about
How they’ve expressed their passion
“What first sparked your love for cars?”
“What’s the biggest car project you’ve undertaken?”
“What is it that you think makes driving so great?”
“What’s the best drive experience you’ve ever had?”
“What would be your dream ‘daily driver’ and what would be your dream ‘hobby’ car?
What makes them tick!
Where they live, work, travel, eat… and more
Why they love or chose to live in your metro area
What they like to do—their favorite hobbies, movies, books/magazines, sports teams, etc.
Who they love—family, friends, celebrities, etc.
“Where exactly do you live/work?”
“What made you decide to live in [CITY/NEIGHBORHOOD]?”
“What are your favorite hobbies?”
“What books/magazines are you reading?”
“Do you have any pets?”
“Where do you think are the best places around here to eat/grab coffee/get a drink?”
“What do you like to do around here on the weekends?”
“What do you do for fitness?”
“Tell me more about your family/social group.”
“Where are you traveling next?”
“What local events have you attended recently?”
“What movies have you watched recently?”
“Who is your all-time favorite racecar driver/racing team?”
How they connected to Hagerty Drivers Club!
How they found out about HDC
What they like best about HDC
“How did you hear about Hagerty Drivers Club?”
“What kind of events would you like to see in the future?”
“How long have you been a Hagerty Drivers Club member?”
“What do you like best about belonging to the Hagerty Drivers Club?”