Step 1: Start by making eye contact, but only with one eye. The other eye should be focused on your phone, checking for any incoming texts from your boss.
Step 2: Find a common ground, like the weather. "Nice day, huh?" is always a good opener.
Step 3: Avoid talking politics or anything too serious. Stick to safe topics, like sports and your favorite foods.
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