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Monday, April 12, 2010

Tip #1: Make a super first impression

Ann Marie starts off with a simple yet powerful tip: Make a super first impression.

This is something you probably grew up hearing. You always want to make a good impression not just in your professional life but in your personal as well. Sadly, but true most people are judge on their first impression- something we are all guilty of doing as well.

The author highlights 3 points that will help you make a super first impression:
  • Extend a confident handshake as you make eye contact
  • Eliminate trendy words from your vocabulary
  • When representing your organization carry material(s) that broadcast a 'quality' message. These materials will project an image of you and your organisation.

At the beginning of my business career, I began to read Seven Secrets of Successful Women. The number one tip I walked away with was, "Dress like the person in the position you aspire to be in." In business just like in other aspects of life you are treated according to your image and presentation.

To elaborate on the importance of making a super first impression, I would like to share the following article from MindTools.com titled, Making a Great First Impression.

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