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People are reporting higher rates of loneliness and dissatisfaction with their social lives more than ever in our technology-inundated world. But more meaningful, authentic, and relatable relationships that will fuel all of your life goals are achievable with the right tools! Our social interactions impact our lives in a profound ways across the board, some of which you might not even realize. Today, our social skills are being tested during quick run-ins with people at the gas station to life’s bigger moments like job negotiations and securing a fulfilling romantic relationship. It takes 14 subsequent events to change one’s first impression – are you presenting the best and most authentic version of yourself each and every time?   This episode is jam packed with tools to hone your social skills which are at an all-time premium in this current time. Johnny and AJ break down their tried-and-true strategies that you can start using today to Supercharge your confidence and social interactions. No matter who you are, what your personality type is, and where you believe your social skills are at right now, these techniques will empower you to get the most out of life by working on the most important soft skill we have access to as human beings. Learn how self-identified introverts AJ and Johnny transformed their own lives and so many others with their patented Art of Charm programs, and their commitment to assessment, practice, and adding value through everyday interactions. Delve into the multiple levels of listening, paying attention to emotional bids, the best follow-up questions to add value to conversations, and how to use the Three As (attention, appreciation, and acceptance) to build social capital practically and mindfully with family members, colleagues, and friends.    In this episode, we discuss:  Myths of Introverts (1:30)  Social Skills: Innate or Learned? (5:20) Johnny and AJ’s groundbreaking self-assessment exercise (8:15) The Art of Charm Boot Camp and why it’s revolutionary (14:00)  Shyness and the self-fulfilling prophecy (19:25)  The stickiness of first impressions (24:15)  Dr. Judy’s own embarrassing and awkward stories about dating (30:00)  (24:28) The secret to clearing any roadblock in your life (36:00) Supercharged Tip of the Day (40:35) Drjudyho.com Instagram.com/drjudyho Twitter.com/drjudyho             Facebook.com/doctorjudyho Instagram.com/stage29podcasts Twitter.com/stage29podcasts Facebook.com/Stage29Podcasts Theartofcharm.com Instagram.com/theartofcharm Twitter.com/theartofcharm Youtube.com/c/artofcharmtv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices