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How To Make A Great First Impression
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First impressions matter
You’ve got a lot to pack into those seven seconds to make your impression a positive one.
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Show confidence in your body language
When you’re nervous, it shows in the way you’re standing or what you’re doing with your hands. The same goes for when you’re confident. Standing tall and making eye contact shows confidence.
If you need a quick boost of confidence, take a power pose. One great power pose is the wonder woman – your hands on your hips, legs out in a V shape, shoulders and back straight, and chin slightly up.
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Be aware of the way you speak
- Speak clearly and with an even tone. Not too loud or too quiet, as you could come across as dominating or shy.
- Using filler words such as ‘um’ or ‘so’ or filling in gaps with ‘like’ or ‘you know’ will make you seem less knowledgeable. Pay special attention to your usage of the word ‘like’.
- If you need time to compose your thoughts, simply pause, or restate the question.
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Put your phone away
It indicates that you don’t care about what’s currently happening and you aren’t fully committed or engaged.
Unless you need your phone to demonstrate something, it should not be in your hand.
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Dress to impress
A good rule of thumb is no open-toed shoes, sleeveless dresses, or clothes that are baggy.
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Be on time
Being late always equals a bad first impression and is one of the hardest mistakes to recover from. When in doubt, show up early.
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Proper business etiquette
- Be on time.
- Dress appropriately for an occasion.
- Address everyone respectfully, such as by their last name.
- Maintain eye contact, but do not ...
Smile
Smiling is an important social cue, and that other people will respond to smiles on both a conscious and subliminal level.
Good Manners basics
- Language. “Please,” “Thank You,” and “You’re Welcome,” demonstrate to others that you value their effort, thought, and/or generosity.
- Names. Always address others in business by their title (Mr., Mrs., or Ms.) and their last name, unless they request you use a given name or nickname.
- Attire and Dress. The way a person dresses can demonstrate their respect for whoever they are meeting.
- Eye Contact. Most people believe that those who do not make eye contact are lying or avoiding something, or that they lack the confidence to interact effectively with other people.
- Speaking. A clear, well-modulated speaking voice is an important social tool, and contributes to the ease of communication and a good first impression.
- Handshake. While the handshake should be firm, too much pressure shows a desire to dominate and can be a negative signal.
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Thin-Slicing
Thin-slicing is when we take a mental snapshot of someone...
Self-Evaluation
Choose ONE word from this list of adjectives or pick your own to fill in the blank. When people first meet me, they think I am_____
- Charismatic or boring
- Outgoing or shy
- Kind or judgmental
- Intelligent or weird
- Open or closed
- Powerful or weak
- Engaging or odd
- Professional or casual
Did you pick a positive word? Or a negative word? You have to know where you stand now to move to where you want to be.
Ideal Firsts
The most important thing to do for giving a good impression is to set your intention. Right now pick your ideal first impression word. When people first meet me, I want them to see me as_______.
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The first impression
First impressions are like invisible tattoos we imagine for each and every person we meet. While it is possible to change a first impression, it is very difficult to succeed doing this.
Tips to make a good first impression
In order to make a good first impression, you should consider checking out the below tips:
- suitable eye contact: it is a sign of self-confidence. However, do not exaggerate with the duration
- handshake: a good handshake is at the same time firm, warm and dry
- the proper voice: your voice should make proof of self-confidence as well
- dress similarly to the other person: this way, you will give the impression of familiarity and equal terms
- appreciate cleanliness: your face and your home should always be sparkling clean
- find the appropriate posture: relaxed and open postures are preferred to make a good impression.