Show genuine interest in the other person
Use their name naturally in conversation
Maintain comfortable eye contact
Smile warmly and sincerely
Keep your posture open and relaxed
Mirror the other person’s energy subtly
Listen more than you speak
Ask open-ended questions
Remember personal details they share
Make others feel important
Give sincere compliments
Use a calm, confident voice
Avoid interrupting
Pause before responding
Match the tone of the conversation
Be punctual and reliable
Dress appropriately for the setting
Keep your phone away
Use people’s names when greeting them
Start with easy, low-pressure topics
Find common ground quickly
Share small, relatable stories
Be positive and upbeat
Avoid complaining too much
Don’t dominate the conversation
Let others finish their thoughts
Nod to show attention
Use the person’s preferred form of address
Be approachable
Practice active listening
Reflect back key points
Be curious, not judgmental
Respect personal space
Notice and respond to social cues
Use humor lightly and appropriately
Avoid controversial topics early
Be authentic
Keep your promises
Follow up after meeting someone
Introduce people to each other
Help others save face
Be gracious in disagreement
Admit mistakes quickly
Show appreciation often
Offer help when appropriate
Be inclusive in group settings
Don’t overexplain
Keep stories concise
Use simple, clear language
Speak with confidence
Avoid filler words
Be mindful of your facial expressions
Show enthusiasm
Be patient with shy people
Give others room to speak
Use names in introductions
Make eye contact with everyone in a group
Ask about interests and passions
Remember birthdays and milestones
Be respectful of differences
Avoid gossip
Don’t one-up others
Share credit generously
Be consistent in your behavior
Keep a friendly demeanor
Use small talk as a bridge
Transition to deeper topics gradually
Be attentive to timing
Don’t force rapport
Stay present in the moment
Be comfortable with silence
Offer specific praise
Be humble
Avoid bragging
Show gratitude
Be easy to talk to
Ask follow-up questions
Use names to personalize conversation
Be supportive and encouraging
Don’t correct minor details unnecessarily
Let others feel heard
Be tactful
Match the setting’s formality
Keep your body language open
Stand or sit at an inviting angle
Be mindful of your volume
Speak clearly
Avoid sarcasm that may be misunderstood
Be respectful of boundaries
End conversations smoothly
Leave people wanting to talk again
Make others feel comfortable
Practice regularly
Be genuinely interested in people