Staring at Birds - Socialization

I've been lucky over the years.  Every employer I've ever had has been okay with me bringing babies to work for handfeeding.  I've always had office jobs.  Co-workers and clients get a kick out of seeing the babies being fed and developing.  The babies get super socialized through the daily car rides and meeting all the new people.  

So, take your bird out and about with you when you can!  Don't forget to clip, harness and have a carrier when you do.

Staring at Birds - Talking

Pet Peeve - Someone gets a bird and then complains it doesn't talk.
DON'T GET A BIRD JUST BECAUSE YOU WANT A PET THAT TALKS!!  GET A FRIEND!!  GET A LIFE!!
Talking is a BONUS!!  Even if it's a species known for excellent talking skills such as an African Grey, there's NO guarantee it will ever learn to talk in human!  I had a friend with an African Grey.  In 40+ years it NEVER spoke a single word.
You don't REALLY "love birds", if you want to get rid of it simply because it doesn't speak.