You complain too much.
You avoid eye contact.
You show up late.
You only talk about yourself.
You use filler words.
You don't ask questions.
You forget their name.
You interrupt people repeatedly.
You answer your phone.
You tell long stories.
Conversation should go both ways.
Keep your stories brief and punchy.
It's better to start your journey earlier.
Ask plenty of questions. Show interest.
Say their name right back to them.
See bad situations as learning opportunities.
Slow down and think about what you want to say.
Don't respond a text message in the middle of the conversation.
Give others the opportunity to express their ideas.
Look at the other person. Don't look at the floor.