Another good one, especially if you're talking to someone you've met before but can't remember what they do for a living: "So, what's on the cards for you this

Another good one, especially if you're talking to someone you've met before but can't remember what they do for a living: "So, what's on the cards for you this year?" Gives them scope to talk about a new role you hadn't heard about, their regular job, a holiday they're going on, renovations at home, etc.