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title: "When I met Billy, I met him in an elevator... And he said 'Hi.' And t… — Angelina Jolie Quote #33 | QuotesBy.net"
description: "When I met Billy, I met him in an elevator... And he said 'Hi.' And then walked out and I walked smack into the wall actually, I really did. — a quote by Angelina Jolie."
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> # When I met Billy, I met him in an elevator... And he said 'Hi.' And then walked out and I walked smack into the wall actually, I really did.

[Angelina Jolie](https://quotesby.net/Angelina-Jolie)\#33

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## About this quote

What does it mean?A brief encounter caused a comical reaction, highlighting awkward charm in first meetings.In plain termsA short greeting led to a clumsy physical reaction.What can you take from it?Embrace awkward moments in new encounters.

### Where it applies

- dating
- networking
- social events

### Putting it to work

- laugh at mistakes
- stay present
- keep it light

### Questions to consider

- What awkward meeting stands out to you?
- How do you handle first impression jitters?

### Another view

Humorizing awkwardness might mask genuine connection issues.

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