I am going to a leadership conference tomorrow its a time to
see the power and strength of networks - it's all about people influencing people. And I really want to break out of my shell and really go and have fun, meet new people, and rbuild relationships that stick, and learn all that I can. Well the last conference I went to I broke out of my shell, and opened up to my learning partner, and she was a senior and it was like she wasnt really interested in becoming friends, and that is my main goal, and so at first I was discouraged that I opened up for nothing, but I am going to give it another shot any advice on my approach this time around. My goal is to make at least one friend or even an aquantance during this conference.
2007-02-16 14:53:48 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
Make eye contact. No matter what someone has to say, listen to them, don't interrupt, and offer feedback. Even if you aren't interested in what they are talking about, make like you are. I have made friends with alot of people that way and it's amazing how they open up more too, and are able to talk about interesting topics too. You aren't going to be the only one struggling to break out of a shell. If you like to be listened to, you must listen also. Talk about personal interests too, like hobbies, travel, etc, and offer to give and get email addresses to keep in touch if that is what you like to do. Relax, have fun, don't push yourself so hard that you come off as a "fake" happy. You will do fine. Don't take things to personal if someone isn't interested in you either! Good luck!!!! :o)
2007-02-16 15:16:00 · answer #1 · answered by onecharliecat 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Be yourself first and foremost. Be a good listener, and everything else will fall into place. You seem like a very smart person, a leadership conference will have so much for you learn in and of itself. The rest is icing. You will people throughout your life some will bring you up, some will bring you down. It is up to you to make the positive sing bright. Try not to concentrate about what other people think, by being your true self, your relationships will build over time, it is the foundation you much lay first. Good luck and have fun.
2007-02-16 15:06:16 · answer #2 · answered by ten151x 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If she was not interested then it was not the end of your conference.U could have searched for anyone else.Well I will pray to God that u get a person who wants u as friend.Best of luck and be confident.Try something different so that every one likes u.
2007-02-16 15:06:05 · answer #3 · answered by cutiepie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think your priorities are mixed up...your not going on a dating game...to find companions/friends, I understand what your saying but it shouldn't be the main reason. Go to improve yourself, let that be the focus and others will see the true you and find you more interesting and want to get to know you better...good luck.
2007-02-16 15:10:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Be yourself. It's that simple. You won't win everyone over, but that's a part of life. Just have fun, and don't worry about it.
2007-02-16 14:59:49 · answer #5 · answered by knight2001us 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋