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What does it mean?
The speaker enjoys solving problems that the listener also likes.
In plain terms
I like the problems you like.
What can you take from it?
Shared interests can build rapport.

Where it applies

  • networking
  • team building
  • social chat

Putting it to work

  • icebreaker
  • complement

Questions to consider

  • What problems do you enjoy solving?
  • Who shares your interests?

Another view

It might seem like flattery if overused.

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