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Yhaceed

Space Monkey
space monkey
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I was in a bar and this guy next to me started talking to me. So I looked him in the eye (which I didn't really do much before GC). Then right after he said what he'd said he extended his hand to shake mine which is cool. If I had introduced myself first I would have gone for the handshake first probably. But whats happened on a few other occasions are guys that will give me a hug (not like quick but a little prolonged ) and it's kind of the same scenario where I look them in the eye when we're talking. It's almost as if they feel like we're related or something because this only happens with my family or maybe friends. I'm not mad or anything about this but just curious what's going on. Before this would not happen normally but for some reason it is now. As a matter of fact when this first started I was trying to walk away because I wasn't interested in what this guy was trying to sell or maybe give away for free at this booth. And then he gave me a hug as I was about to go and then kept talking and then I was gonna go and he gave me another and kept talking. Then once or twice more maybe. I don't think they were gay and I'm not gay. I wasn't trying to be cold or anything. I just hardly know them. Any idea what's going on and does this happen to you when you're out? Thanks for any advice.

~Yhaceed
 

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Space Monkey
space monkey
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When you start applying things you learn in GC, you will subconsciously start giving away signs of approachability.

I know since coming here, I've seen increase in people just talking to me more in general. lol
 
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Cro-Magnon Man
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Nodding head on the approachability....

I get engaged by people all the time in stores. Asking me where stuff is, or to get them something off the top shelf. I even had a little girl in a shopping cart compliment my boots.

When I go to trade shows as a customer I have to consciously not make eye contact at booths that don't have products I'm interested in. They are there to sell and will pounce on the least bit of interest expressed.
 
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