How to start a GOOD conversation?

[Zephyr]

(07-17-2018, 05:03 PM)Jenna-X Wrote: For me it's okay to just say hello.  I always respond to PMs unless you are really offensive. I think ignoring a (hi, hello, or a how are you) could be a mistake.  I enjoy making new friends.

If that works for you fine but it does not show much originality or real interest.  He/she has said that to 20 people in the last 10 minutes.  It’s often followed up by, “what you doing” if you reply.  “Hi, I’m Mike/Mandy from NY, 28, and a teacher” can be pasted but shows the possible start of a conversation.