The Two-Word Swap That Saves You At Conferences
Say 'good to see you' instead of 'nice to meet you', it covers you whether you've met or not.
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View the post on Instagram →Conferences are long, and the pressure to connect with as many people as possible makes awkward moments almost inevitable.
One small fix: lead with "It's good to see you" rather than "It's nice to meet you." It quietly acknowledges that you might have crossed paths before, so you're covered if they remember a previous conversation you've forgotten, or vice versa.
It's a tiny phrasing change that takes the pressure off both of you and keeps every introduction warm.
Noted — thanks.
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