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
Find common ground
Keep your tone calm and friendly
Avoid interrupting
Give short, thoughtful responses
Match the other person’s energy
Be confident, not arrogant
Use the person’s name naturally
Pay attention to social cues
Keep conversations balanced
Share a little about yourself
Be respectful of boundaries
Practice regularly