Creating Critical First Impressions

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Creating Critical First Impressions

• Getting off to a Good Start

Source Mind Tools
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Be on Time

• What to do
• Plan to arrive early
• Allow flexibility for possible delays
• How it helps
• It is the first step to creating a great first
  impression

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Be Yourself, Be at Ease

• Stay calm and confident
• Be honest and open
• Express your individuality
• Follow your own style

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Present Yourself Appropriately

• Physical appearance matters
• Take care to dress appropriately
• Clean and tidy appearance is a must
• Appropriate dressing and grooming help make a
  good first impression

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A Word About Individuality

• Take pride in whatever it is that makes you
  different. Individuality is what divides you from
  the rest.
• You can create a good impression without losing
  your individuality
• Express your individuality appropriately within
  the context

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A Winning Smile

• Smile and the world smiles too.
• A warm and confident smile will put you and the
  other person at ease
• Dont go overboard as it can seem insincere

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Be Open and Confident

• Body language and appearance speak much louder
  than words
• - Stand tall
• - Smile
• - Make eye contact
• - Greet with a firm handshake
• Helps project confidence

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Small Talk Goes a Long Way

• Be prepared with questions which you may have for
  the person you are meeting.
• Try to find out if there is anything in common
  which you share with the person.
• Being prepared is a great way to carry on a good
  conversation

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Be Positive

• Your attitude shows in everything you do
• Always project a positive attitude
• Strive to learn and contribute appropriately in
  an upbeat manner

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Be Courteous and Attentive

• Turn off your mobile phone during meetings
  discussions
• Give 100 of your attention
• Exercise common sense
• Preparation helps to get you across the line

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