Most of us are willing to talk to a stranger. Few are eager to make the first move.

If the person seems open to a conversation and is not busy, start by saying hello or opening with a compliment. After that, you can keep the conversation flowing by offering an observation or insight ...

The most important aspect of developing a new friendship is to show up.

• Decide that you're going to make friends and then put yourself in situations where you can find friends. Take a class or join a club.
• Make a point to follow up if you found someone you want as a frie...

Group conversations are loud and can seem chaotic. Don't get frustrated. Go with the flow of the conversation and look for opportunities to jump in.

When you say something, speak loudly and with confidence. Keep your stories short or frame a complaint as a story.

• Self-awareness: Do you get anxious in loud environments? Self-awareness is knowing these things about yourself.
• Self-regulation deals with your ability to manage your own emotions. 
• Motivation: You know how to motivate yourself and create or contin...