 NIGHTCLUBBING
TIPS
Five Steps to Meeting New People
by Sadie Peterson
Whether you’re moving to a new city, a new job, or just
want to expand your social circle, these five tips can help
you meet new people wherever you go.
1.Talk to Everyone – after years of watching a friend meet
people easily everywhere he went, I realized his secret: he
talks to everyone. I don’t mean just the cute mail guy,
or the girl walking her dog. I mean everyone. Whether it’s
the older lady crossing the street, your new apartment manager,
or the drug store clerk, make it a point to say something to
everyone you pass. You never know when you might have something
great in common.
2.Smile – A smile is the best way to let people know that
you’re open to talking to them. Particularly if you find
it hard to start a conversation, a smile can help you get the
other person to start the conversation.
3.Have something to say – Okay, I know it’s corny,
but you CAN talk about the weather. No matter who you are or
where you are, there’s something to say about the weather.
Living in sunny San Diego, I usually say “It’s gorgeous
outside today – wish I were out there!” or something
along those lines. This lets people know that you like the outdoors,
and that you’ve got a positive attitude. This works whether
it’s raining (gee, we really needed this rain), snowing
(wow, the skiing will be great this year), or cloudy (it’s
nice a cool out today!). Don’t want to discuss the weather?
Discuss a current event. Read up on the latest celebrity trial,
natural disaster, or scientific breakthroughs, and you’ll
always have something to say. In line at the grocery store,
you can always comment on the magazine cover stories.
4.Ask Questions – You’re new in town, take advantage
of it! Ask people where the best sports bar is, which museum
to visit first, or where to find the perfect margarita, and
you’ll get the ball rolling to meeting a new friend.
5.Compliment, compliment, compliment – You should never
do this if it’s not sincere, but a compliment is always
a great conversation starter. And, it starts the conversation
on a positive note, so people are already responding favorably
to you. Tell the waitress her shoes are great, compliment your
neighbor’s car, let a clerk know she’s doing a great
job.
About the Author
Sadie Peterson has helped hundreds of people meet new friends.
Her website, http://www.aroundtownsandiego.org, helps members
meet each other and explore San Diego. |
| Visit
these TOP CHAT SITES! |
|
|
Clubbing
Tips
If you’re single, you’ve probably gone to a
singles bar at some point in your life, hoping to make
a love connection. |
 |
Talk121
Chat
Our live chat line is the easy way to meet people in your
local area, just grab the phone and call now! |
 |
Free
Adult Chat
It’s always so exciting to meet new people, discover
and start new relationships, and just take it to the next
level. |
 |
Free
Chat Rooms
Everyone is talking and experimenting with the Free Chat
Rooms. Meet other people in your area today! |
|
