How to create the best first impression
Human mind is able to remember only the first and last
impression of events or persons for lifetime. It does not bother about the
middle impression. At first meeting one can probably observe a person
completely. First impression are quite difficult to change and are nearly
impossible to remove. Below are some tips to create the best long lasting first
impressions.
Decent dressing:-
The first thing which gets highlighted about you is your appearance. Make it
very decent which suits the occasion (like job interview, family function) or
just a random meeting. It builds a positive impression and reflects your
positive personality.
Body language:-
Body language not only means your hand movements while talking but it is related
to your way of standing, sitting, walking each and every particular thing. This
all reflects your attitude towards others and the surrounding. You should not
hide your hands or carry yourself in a way which the other might feel
uncomfortable about. Do not loosen your posture it shows lack of confidence.
Eye contact and facial expressions:-
Making eye contact while conversation, develop a sense of trust in the other
person towards you. Also it reflects your confidence and fearlessness. Make
sure that your eye contact does not seem like a stare.
Keep a beautiful smile on face. Do not feel nervous. This will help the other
person to emotionally get attached and will enhance the quality of communication.
Communication:-
While interaction try to speak less and listen more. Speak when you are asked
to and that too in relation with the question. Avoid over speaking. Take
interest in the matter what other is trying to convey. Do not make them feel
that you are disinterested or getting bored. Do not use vulgar words. Speak
politely and gently.
Behavior:-
Don’t try to be neither too friendly nor too rude in the first meeting, behave
normally. Be aware of the things that other might get
offended with and try to avoid them. Don’t judge just be observant. Try to respond like hmm, OK etc. but do not
react.
Complement:-
If you get to know about the achievements of other person in the very first
meeting, praise them for that, no matter what it is. Instead of saying ‘Anybody
can do it’ rather say ‘you did a great job. I feel highly impressed or
motivated’. Avoid finding mistakes for a while.
Feedback:-
When you are about to leave do not forget to tell them how you felt after the
meeting and you would like to meet them again or not. What attracted you most
about the person. Do not give an opinion about the other as you cannot know a
person fully on the very first meeting.
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