Making Contact: 10 Successful Opening Lines
Feb. 5, 2025Starting a conversation. Here we go. You see someone you like and want to strike up a conversation. You start to sweat and hesitate. You take the plunge anyway and make the first move. Hmmm. Not quite the reaction you were hoping for.
Don't worry—practice makes perfect, and striking up a conversation out of the blue can be tough, too. That's why we've put together a few icebreakers for you!
Here are 10 effective opening lines you can use to make initial contact at an event:
- “Hi, I’m [your name]. What brings you here today?”
- “I couldn’t help but notice how interesting [a specific item, such as a book or accessory] looks. What’s the story behind it?”
- “Have you participated in events like this before?”
- “What was the best part of your day today?”
- “I’m curious—what do you like to do in your free time?”
- “What’s your favorite way to relax after a busy day?”
- “If you could choose a superpower, which one would it be and why?”
- “What is the most inspiring book you’ve ever read?”
- “Do you have a favorite vacation destination? Why that particular place?”
- “What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?”
These opening lines are designed to start a conversation and show interest in the other person.
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