GIVE VALUE. DON'T EXTRACT VALUE

Conversations are amazing phenomenon.  In every conversation, there is value being given and value being taken.  And on some level, we are all conscious of this.  Be the one who gives value to a conversation.  When you talk to someone new, be the one who makes the conversation worth having.  Give value to it.  Be enthusiastic about what you say because enthusiasm is contagious.  That, in itself, is a form of value-giving.  You are adding excitement to the conversation.  Gotta funny joke?  TELL IT.  Gotta funny or interesting story?  TELL IT.  Gotta sincere and genuine compliment to give?  GIVE IT.  The other person probably made this change to themselves to generate compliments from you and everyone else.  They want your approval, so, give it to them.  Signing off.  Cheers.