The Right Way to Shake Hands, Make an Introduction and Remember a Name

My guide, Dining with Confidence: https://harold-guide.vercel.app I’ve met plenty of people whose handshake made an impression for all the wrong reasons. Here, I share how I offer a hand, make an introduction and remember a name—so those first few moments feel welcoming rather than awkward. I cover which hand to offer, how firmly to grip and how long to hold, along with who to introduce first and what to say. I also share a few safe ways to start a conversation at a party and a gentle way to leave one. I draw on four lessons learned across 40 years of handshakes, alongside guidance from Debrett’s, to make everyday introductions feel a little more natural. Chapters: 0:00 Why greetings go wrong 1:08 Four handshake essentials 2:47 The grip and the moment 3:57 A painful lesson 4:53 Grip, eye contact and standing 5:56 Keep it brief and dry 6:53 Respect personal boundaries 8:16 Make a clear introduction 9:17 Small talk, leaving and the cheek kiss 11:12 Practise this week #Etiquette #Handshakes #Introductions #RememberingNames #ConversationSkills