introduction
Decide that less will always be more: Brief introductions are always best. Provide the bare minimum the other person needs to know. More can be revealed in a natural, unforced and much more memorable way later.
Stay aware of the setting: If you meet another parent at a school meeting, for example, just say, "Hi, I'm Joe. My daughter is in third grade." Keep your introduction in context with the setting.
Embrace understatement: Unless you're in a business setting, your job title is irrelevant. If you're asked what you do and you do happen to be the CEO of a company, just say you work there.
Focus on the other person: Ask questions. Listen. The best connections never come from speaking; they always come from listening.
