Great article! I agree. However, I do have to respond to Michelle's comment. I agree that some people are naturally good with people, but I do think that those skills can also be learned. This is coming from someone who used to be so painfully shy that his mom used to force him to call and order pizza for practice. These calls always involved tears, anger and frustration - often from both us. I of course still have A LOT to learn, but I can look back and see that I have definitely grown and my ability to connect is getting better and better.

Not going to be able to make the meeting tonight. Wasn't able to get out of my other commitment. Hope you guys have a good conversation!!

Had a great time at the last meeting and looking forward to the follow up. At this point I'm not 100% positive I will be able to make it, but I will have a better idea after I see what tomorrow brings.

I was hoping to come to this, but just found out about a family issue I'm going to have to deal with.

I have another meeting that might not be finished in time for me to attend. I don't want to take up a spot and then not be able to make it so I'm going to cancel my reservation to allow someone else to attend. Unfortunate because I was really looking forward to it.

Unfortunately, I am going to have to cancel my RSVP due to another meeting that got moved thanks to the snow. I would love to attend if you hold the event again in the future so please let me know when you get that scheduled.

Kip

I'm hoping a spot opens up because I would love to attend as well.

I would love to attend this event, but my parents will be in town visiting that night.

I just found this event and will do my best to get there. Here's hoping I can make it!