Greetings and Introductions

Today, we're focusing on greetings. Can anyone tell me what a greeting is?

Is it when we say 'hello' or something similar?

Exactly! Greetings are words or phrases that allow us to acknowledge someone. They set the tone for our conversations. One way to remember greetings is with the acronym 'HAVE': Hello, Acknowledge, Verbalize, Engage.

What are some other examples of greetings?

Good question! Examples include 'Good morning,' 'How are you?' and 'What's up?' Can anyone use one in a sentence?

Good morning! I hope you have a great day!

Perfect! Remember, greetings help us to engage positively with others.

Now let’s talk about introductions. When you introduce someone, what do you usually say?

I say, 'This is my friend, [Name]'.

That's correct! An introduction helps to connect people. Remember the mnemonic 'NICE': Name, Introduce, Connect, Engage. How do you think this is important?

It helps people know each other, especially in new situations!

Precisely! Leveraging effective introductions can build strong relationships. Let's practice a few introductions.

Hi, I’m Alex. This is my classmate, Sarah.

Well done! Using these simple structures can make you sound confident.

Let’s explore how to respond politely when greeted. What do you say when someone asks, 'How are you?'

You can say, 'I’m good, thank you!'

Great answer! Using polite responses shows good manners. Remember the acronym 'CARE': Courteous, Acknowledge, Respond, Engage. Can anyone think of other responses?

You could also say, 'I’m doing well, how about you?'

Exactly! This type of engagement encourages further conversation.