Bachchan teaches that the first impression you make on any person should be a good one because the first impression is the last. Once you make an impression on someone, it becomes very difficult to change it. Whether you’re interviewing for a job, meeting for an internship, attending a networking event, or meeting someone for the first time, you need to make a good first impression. Is.
There is no doubt that you are nervous when meeting someone for the first time, but that nervousness sometimes works for you. Some people are also good at hiding their nervousness, but whenever you go for an interview or an important meeting, rehearse the meeting before you go and then treat people accordingly. Below are some tips for making the best first impression.
eye contact
When you are talking to someone, the person in front of you should be sure that you are listening carefully. The best way to do this is to make eye contact. If your eyes are moving around instead of looking at the addressee, it shows that you are not interested in what he is saying or you are suffering from some kind of nervousness.
However, be careful not to constantly look the person in the eye. You talk and listen by looking into the other person’s eyes, then occasionally looking away and making eye contact again. In this way, you will be able to convince the addressee that you are listening to him carefully.
Non-verbal communication
According to one study, 93% of everyday communication is non-verbal (expressions and body language), meaning only 7% of the conversation requires words. People say a lot with their facial expressions and body language.
Expression of interest
When the person in front of you is talking, in addition to making eye contact with them, show that you are interested in what they are saying with your facial expressions, body language or a few sentences. No matter how interesting the front topic is, you should show your interest in it. Not showing interest can backfire and make you seem arrogant. In this way, the addressee also realizes that what he is saying has no value and the person in front is feeling disgusted.
Speak in a clear voice
Whenever you speak, the words should be clear and the voice should be clear. Words should not be played by repeating, twisting or chewing. There should be no uniformity in the tone, keep bringing ups and downs in it according to the topic. Take a break if the conversation is running out of ideas and words.
Dress up nicely
The way you look also determines your first impression on the person in front of you. People look at you before they listen to you. Dress up in a sophisticated and self-effacing outfit to make a great impression. Your hair should be trimmed and neat, while your nails should be clean and trimmed. Using a good fragrance also affects the front.
Remember the name
Often after the first meeting, some people’s names are not remembered and when they meet again, you forget the point of thinking of names. So during the meeting, when the introduction phase comes, call out the names of others. For example, “Aslam Alaikum Sahib, my name is Khabib. Nice to meet you. Heard a lot about your name and work”.
Also, whenever you want to remember someone’s name, associate the first letter of their name with anything, like someone whose name starts with ‘H’, then think about how many people you know. The name comes from ‘h’ or think of an event or place associated with this letter.
A few important tips
* Always sit straight or stand straight, it shows that you are confident.
* Do not rush to leave the seat or walk.
* Instead of sitting leaning back on the chair, sit with a slight forward lean and shoulders back. It shows that you are listening carefully to what the other person is saying.
Keep smiling during the conversation because smiling shows that you are interested in what the other person is saying.
* Don’t touch your neck or chin repeatedly, it shows that you are insecure about what you are saying.
* Moving quickly shows that you are suffering from some kind of nervousness or restlessness.
