Schmooze (verb)

To converse casually and sociably, especially in order to gain an advantage or make a connection.

Origin:

The word schmooze is of yiddish origin, from shmuesn which means "to chat or gossip".

Examples:

1. She was always good at schmoozing with her clients.
2. He spent the whole party schmoozing with the CEO.
3. The politician was known for his ability to schmooze with the press.
4. She was uncomfortable schmoozing with her boss's friends at the party.
5. He was always trying to schmooze his way into a better job.