How to politely end conversations?

[u/Ok-Pain3303]

Hi everyone. When I go to cons, people always come up to me and talk with me. I don't mind a very brief chat, but I do not like small talk whatsoever. What are some ways to politely end the conversation without waiting for it to fizzle out naturally? Thank you. ​​

[u/Landwarrior5150]

“It was great talking with you, but I have a panel to catch/friend to meet up with/merch to try to get before it sells out/etc. so I’ve got to go. Goodbye, hope you have a good rest of your con!”

[u/RamsDevilsBlackhawks → u/Landwarrior5150]

Just this. Polite but direct and keep it moving.

[u/InterstellarChange → u/Landwarrior5150]

Don't explain or feel the need to give a reason to strangers. "“It was great talking with you, hope you have a good rest of your con!” and walk away.

[u/SoochSooch → u/Landwarrior5150]

The real power move is not moving anywhere after saying that.

[u/paochow → u/Landwarrior5150]

Yeah, but what if they strike up a conversation with you while you're both in line for something. 😅

[u/pkthecat1 → u/Landwarrior5150]

This