How can I work on being more outgoing and fun when I go out with friends from work?

Answer 1

Forget everything anyone has ever told u, everything u've ever read, and everything u've convinced yourself u need to be, and just go out and be yourself, let it come naturally. You'll be surprised how easy it is :)

Answer 2

Unfortunately not everyone is outgoing. I was never out going. It didn't seem to hamper my ability to make and keep friends. The best thing people like us can do is just sit and listen till there is a moment when we can join in. Sometimes limits to our education puts the damper on things. In a case like that just do a lot of reading to learn. I have found out the smaller the group the more I enjoyed myself.

I have also got permission from co-workers to envite a friend out and that person would work as the glue that kind of holds everything in place. I would always invite my cousin because she was very personable and was able to knit me right into conversations and other good times.

Answer 3

That depends on a lot of variable factors. How old you are, what type of activities you are trying to do, how much you like your friends from work, how much your friends from work like you, what your likes/dislikes are, length of time you want to go out with friends, costs involved, few friends vs. bunch of friends, what will be talked about at work the next day, what effect that will have on your job, and many, many other factors.

My advice would be; if you want to go out socially with co-workers after work, keep it simple. Don't get heavily involved with co-workers because any social problems WILL spill over into work. I've seen it happen too many times over too many years to believe it won't happen.

Try to find some friends that are not co-workers if you really want to let go while you are out. If you want to know how to be more outgoing I would suggest the judicious use of alcohol.

Good luck.

Answer 4

Every organization I know of where the people went out together after spending eight hours with 'friends' is no longer a business. Get a life of your own away from the job. You will be more secure and your company may be able to pay your retirement. Really, business and pleasure do not mix.

Answer 5

Smile alot.......that alone makes others feel you're
enjoying their company. Really listen to the conversations.
If you have something you could say concerning the
topic, speak up. Become interested in their lives outside
of work so you know them better. Be willing to go (to eat)
where they want to even if it's not your first choice.Don't
be negative (as that squashes friendships).

Answer 6

First of all, relax. Hey, you're not at work! Also, don't worry about making a good impression. Paste a smile on your face. Ask questions of people, People love to talk about themselves, they just need a little encouragement. Ask them about their families, pets, hobbies, whatever, and mainltain eye contact when they talk to you. The best conversationalist is a good listener.

Answer 7

you should suggest something to do next time you all hang out so they get to know you better.

be yourself and dont try too hard