If Possible, Choose the Setting for Maximum ComfortGreet Your Player Warmly and PersonallyThe Physical Greeting—or NotA Brilliant Casual GreetingBegin the Conversation with a Human Connection, Not a Functional OneKeep Your Posture Relaxed, and Speak Slowly, Clearly, and ThoughtfullyStay Focused on Your PlayerPractice Humor and HumilityHow CoachUp Coaches Feel about Building Connections with Their Athletes