Step 3: The Art of Mindless Muttering
Mumble, mumble, mumble. Yes, yes, yes, that's exactly what you want me to do. No, no, no, I don't need any more information, just nod your head and smile.
It's a delicate dance, but trust us, it's a delicate dance. The key is to look like you're engaged, without actually being engaged.
This is the step where you pretend to care about every word the speaker says, while secretly counting down the minutes until you can make your escape.
And then, just when you think you're getting away with it, someone will inevitably ask you to repeat back what you said, and you're forced to reveal your true nature: a mindless muttering automaton.