Use bookmarks to end well. Examples:

• Future Mentions: “Well, I can’t wait to see you at that ___ coming up—I’ll email you!”
• Inside Jokes: “It was great laughing with you. I’ll be sure to ___ in the future ;)”
• Same Same: “I’m ...

1. Research has found that “Hello, how are you?” is the most effective conversation starter, but you can use context, like impressions or the location, in its place.
2. Bring up topics, look for ideas and ask questions that spark energy or get the person excited.
3. The eyebro...

Use the ‘Bookmarking’ technique to create a deeper connection by adding verbal markers or emphasis to parts of the conversation:

• Future Mentions: saying something that will require follow up on later.
• Inside Jokes: making jokes that refer to something inter...

We make our first impression in the first 7 seconds of seeing someone, sometimes even before we interact. You can signal friendliness by:

• Keeping your hands visible
• Rolling your shoulders down and back so they are nice and relaxed
• Smiling when you see someone you...