Breaking The Ice

• The purpose of an initial meeting is to establish trust and make friends.
  • Be sincere
  • Sound sincere

• There are a number of things you can do to begin a conversation. You can:
  • Thank them for meeting with you.
  • Start with a catchy statement.
  • Refer to something you read in the local newspaper.
  • Tell a personal story.
  • Seek a common ground.
  • Talk about the weather.

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© 2004 John Michael Pierobon

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