Gary Direnfeld
👤 SpeakerAppearances Over Time
Podcast Appearances
Just going through the grocery checkout when you meet with the cashier, just say, how was your day?
Are people treating you well?
I do that almost every time I buy something.
How was your day?
People treating you well.
I just practice taking an interest in the other.
And when I do it at the checkout line, I'm not looking to make a friend.
I'm just looking to be a decent customer.
Start with that because there's no expectation, but it gives you practice in a very safe context for opening your mouth and expressing interest.
Hey, I'm going over to Costco to get a hot dog.
Want to join me?
You know, something innocuous.
I'm going here.
I didn't want to go alone.
I own it.
I thought it'd be nice to have some company.
Are you up to it?
And own it for yourself that you're looking for this for you.
Sometimes I just don't want to be alone.