As you use your inner curiosity to learn about people, you are going to want to really connect with them. 

This is more than a quick “hello” in the hallway or a “how are you doing?” as you pass by.

To really connect, you need to have a real conversation and make the other person feel at ease.  We discussed a few ways to do that at the beginning of this series…match your body language and style of speaking, use open ended questions, smile.

You can also take their lead to determine what they are comfortable with.  Are they comfortable maintaining eye contact or do they look away?  Do they want to talk about personal topics or stay on more general conversation such as school or what’s for lunch?

But your focus is on a connection.  Try to understand them better.  Look for the best in anyone you are with.  Be yourself and let them get to know you better, too.