Working with people is not one of my fortes. I am introverted and I have an odd sense of humor which make me seem really awkward or rude to people who don't know me well. At the same time, I am more of a counselor in that I am a good listener and I empathize with people well.
Any people skills I have, I have learned from watching people like my youth pastor who is a lot like me (but outgoing). I find ways to do what he does and imitate the way he acts (while still being myself). What I feel is one of the most important things for me in working with people is developing similar interests. Find out what other people like and learn more about it. Enough that you can talk about it, ask questions to get them talking, and even if you sound like an idiot, they can see that you care and are interested. That goes a long way.
Having similar interests and generally just liking each other helps a lot with the group feel. When people feel a connection with each other, they can be excited to be together.
Its early, I don't know what else to say...
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