Make eye contact
Smile naturally
Use open body language
Start with a simple greeting
Ask open-ended questions
Listen more than you speak
Remember names
Show genuine interest
Mirror their energy
Find common ground
Give sincere compliments
Keep conversations light at first
Use the person’s name naturally
Avoid interrupting
Ask follow-up questions
Share small personal details
Be confident, not arrogant
Stay relaxed and calm
Practice active listening
Respect personal space
End conversations politely
Follow up when appropriate