How to be a friendly leader

You know the old saying, you never get a second chance to make a first impression. That's especially true when it comes to meeting potential new friends. Turn someone off the first time you meet them and they may never feel comfortable getting to know you as a friend again.

Even after you get past the first impression, you need to show the very best version of yourself as you continue to get to know them. New friendships can be derailed easily because the other person doesn’t know how to put all your quirks and unique habits in perspective yet. To make a new friendship flow more easily, here are a few tips.

Project Body Language That Invites Conversation

Let people know you're interested in making friends with your body language. Make eye contact, smile, and stand erect with your arms at your side. Don't cross your arms or look down at the floor, because this does not encourage conversation. With open body language, you'll automatically invite people into your personal space....