10 Ways To — Establish Rapport With Anyone

Excessive use can feel robotic or manipulative. 6. Offer Sincere Compliments

Use "I see" or "Tell me more" to show engagement. 10 Ways To Establish Rapport With Anyone

Genuine praise lowers social guards and boosts the other person's self-esteem. Excessive use can feel robotic or manipulative

People love talking about themselves. Facilitating that makes you a great conversationalist. Let them do 80% of the talking. 10 Ways To Establish Rapport With Anyone

Sharing a small, harmless mistake or a minor personal detail makes you more "human."

Discovering shared experiences creates an instant bridge between two people.