Better Meet Your Guests by Talking Positively About Them.
When you picture two people at a party, you can make their lives easier and break the ice before they even start talking.
Getting to know each other can be awkward. When someone simply points at you and says your name, it feels like the ball has been thrown into your court, whether you are ready to play or not. Cambria Bold from The Kitchn has some great advice on how not to do this with other people:
Here’s the secret: always add a positive and interesting tidbit about this person after you meet! … For example: “Annie, meet Joe. Joe, this is Annie. [Look at Joe] Annie is an art teacher and a great runner. In fact, she just ran a marathon! [Look at Annie] Joe is a killer who plays the bluegrass banjo and brews his own beer. We’re going to have a drink tonight, right Joe?
This simple trick will give both of them a head start in conversation and ensure that no one gets too embarrassed. Just make sure you post positive, upbeat, and interesting facts. You can introduce your friends to what they are doing if you think it will spark conversation, but there are usually better alternatives .