Breaking the Ice & Meeting New People

Definition: Share similar interests or experiences.
 
Example: "We both love hiking, so we have something in common."

Definition: Casual conversation about simple topics

Example: "We made small talk while waiting for the meeting."

Definition: Comfortable talking to many people

Example: "My brother is very outgoing."

Definition: Start talking to someone you don't know

Example: "He struck up a conversation with the person next to him."

Definition: Someone you know, but not very well

Example: "He's an acquaintance from work."

Definition: Easy to talk to

Example: "He seemed very approachable so I started chatting with him."

Definition: Quiet and not very social

Example: "Mike is very reserved, he doesn't normally speak alot."

Definition: Uncomfortable or embarrassing

Example: "Steven was looking at us but never said anything, it was very awkward."

Definition: To make people feel more comfortable when meeting

Example: "I brought out a card game so we can break the ice."

Definition: Relaxed and not easily stressed

Example:" Francis is very easy-going and almost never gets angry."