I’ve been told most of my life that I am intimidating upon someone meeting me. Curious how others develop good rapport with clients especially those that really seem to require approachability esp when you aren’t perceived that way. (I’m nice, I swear).

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Sometimes it is as simple as being the first to try and make a connection. Sometimes being quiet or too much of a listener can seem stand offish when there isn’t much time for first meetings.

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Ask questions about them, about their business or product, and really listen.

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