Yiddish. It isn't just a word: it is an
art form. "Schmoozing," is the skill that great
salespeople and
marketing people contain; it is the
art of
getting what you want by giving the minimum away.
Places like
swank bars,
clubs, and
shows all have great
schmooze potential.
People who are bad at schmoozing (like a
used car salesman); often don't get very far in life.
See:
David Geffen
Hear:
Free Man in Paris by
Joni Mitchell