Be happy.
Like yourself.
Shed your baggage.
Be first to break the ice and introduce yourself.
Try not to seem self-conscious.
Be engrossed (caught up) in an activity you find interesting.
Get involved in an activity others are already doing, or something you like to do or are good at.
Don’t frighten people off by trying too hard or moving too fast to make a friend out of an acquaintance.
Minimize your solo activities like watching TV and surfing the Web.
Do activities where you interact with others; don’t just be in the same place all the time.
Appear approachable. Smile and make eye contact. When introduced to others, ask about their work or favourite activity to help you remember them.
If the other person can’t remember your name, he might avoid you. Occasionally mention your name again (as if you wouldn’t expect the other person to remember it).
Ask a few questions that are light, fun and impersonal to show you are friendly and feel comfortable around the person.
Act as if you are going to be liked.
Be patient and enjoy the other person’s comments.
Encourage the other person to open up, and they will be unaware of whether you are nervous.
Act naturally. Expect a few goofs along the way as you improve this skill.
Never complain, exaggerate, brag or speak poorly of another person.
Practice on everyone you meet.
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