For most people, it's kind of awkward, uncomfortable and strange to introduce themselves to others. Yet, it's almost vital to do so, for business and growth.
Here are 9 Tips to use, to Break the Ice and Introduce your self :
1. Smile - Give off an aura of happiness even if you're uncomfortable. It draws people in.
2. Consider the situation - Draw from the reason you're both in a specific place at the same time. Are you students? Working with the same company? Friends of friends? These are great conversation-starters.
3. Be honest - "I came up to you because I felt awkward just standing there not talking to anyone." Chances are, they were feeling the same way before you approached them.
4. Just start talking - Dare to dive right into the conversation and see where it goes. They might feel relieved you talked first and relax immediately.
5. Let the way you dress reflect who you are - Dressing style reflects individuality. Hence, the way you dress can actually become a topic of conversation and help others remember you.
6. A name is worth a thousand conversations - Do you have a name that's unique or a name that can be spelled 10 different ways? It's okay to spell it out, tell of its origin or give a short but sweet lesson in pronunciation.
7. Make a "business" card - Keep something with you to give away to new people you meet. Instead of your name and contact information, list random facts about yourself, your interests, your hobbies.
8. Help someone out - Someone approaching might need help opening a door or carrying something, and by assisting, you're automatically introducing yourself as a Good Samaritan, instead of just another person playing Candy Crush.
9. Highlight something that makes you unique - It gives you both something to talk about, something they're at least mildly intrigued by.
Hope these tips while helping you... Keep in mind that our happiness is waiting out of our comfort zone!
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"People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." - Maya Angelou
