Introducing yourself to strangers can be tricky because what you say
depends entirely on the context. You would introduce yourself
differently depending on whether you were addressing an audience before
you give a speech, meeting someone at a networking event, or just
starting a conversation with a new person at a party. What is important
is to introduce yourself in a way that is appropriate and makes people
like and remember you.

1. Greet the audience and state your name
If you're giving a speech, it's important to state your first and last
name, even if you're only addressing a small audience that knows you
well. As you say hello and give your name, remember to speak clearly and
confidently. Make sure your voice is loud enough for everyone to hear
you. Avoid mumbling by enunciating your consonants crisply.


2. Make eye contact with a few people. Don't stare down or at some aimless
point in the corner of the room. Move your gaze around the group to
make eye contact with a few people as you speak. If you don't like the
thought of looking into that many eyes, look at their eyebrows or noses -
they won't be able to tell the difference.


3. Maintain positive body language. Stand up tall, move your shoulders up instead of
slouching, and keep your hands free, using them to gesture when
necessary. If you don't have to stand behind a podium, then walk around
to show the crowd how comfortable you are and to make yourself look less
stiff. Don't be afraid to smile from time to time. It'll show that
you're happy to be there.

4. Close the conversation. After you've
met someone for the first time, you should end the conversation by
restating that you enjoyed meeting them. If the interaction was formal,
say something like "Mrs. Jones, I'm delighted to have met you. I hope we
can talk again soon." If your conversation was informal, you could say
"It was great meeting you, Jane. Hope to see you around."