working the crowd
- minglingCasual social interaction
- schmoozingCasual strategic socializing
- charismaMagnetic personal appeal
- handshakesMutual palm grips
- rallyGathering for a cause
applause · politician · performer · spotlight · audience · charming · glad-handing · networking · electrifying · stage · microphone · energy · pandering · rapport · flattery · engagement · showmanship · rousing
social engagement style
working the crowdkeeping to oneself
Staying socially isolated
standing alone · wallflower · avoiding eye contact · social withdrawal · antisocial behavior
social confidence
working the crowdfreezing up
Sudden paralysis from stress
clamming up · stage fright · social anxiety · tongue-tied · deer in headlights