Top Tips On Making A Great First Impression Part 1

We only get one chance to make a first impression. Have you ever wondered what the most important things you could do where? Glad you asked. Here are some top tips to help you make a great first impression. Whether you're dating in your teen years or your boomer years, or even in casual meetings at work, your first impression counts. So here's how to do it!

1. Make the other person the center of attention

You immediately make a great first impression when you can show that this isn't a "me meeting." In other words, you are show that you are listening to what the other party is saying without interrupting, with good eye contact, and with enthusiasm. This applies whether you are meeting a new acquaintance, applying for a job, or are on a date. The spotlight should not be on you.

2. Use the name of the person you have just met

When you are introduced to someone pay attention to their name. After that make sure that you use their name when you are talking to them. It makes your conversations a great more personal.

3. How you look does matter

Even though the standards of what we wear for various occasions has changed that's no excuse to look like a slob. Sure common sense might say that if you are going for a job interview you should dress "good" and make a first impression that's landing. Still you might be surprised at how many show up for an interview underdressed. It tells the potential employer that they aren't important.

Let's take it a step further. Whenever you leave the house, even if it is to go the supermarket you should look polished and put together. That doesn't mean you have to be dressed up. What it means is the clothing you put on shouldn't be held together with safety pins. It means you shouldn't be wondering around in pajama pants. It means your hair should be neat and tidy. You never know who you might run into and you only get to make one first impression.

4. Smile

A true smile reaches out from your soul. It can be seen in the eyes and through the entire face. It instantly makes a person feel more at ease and more relaxed. You send out a warm vibration and that makes a great first impression. Your smile costs you nothing and when you share it with others you make a great first impression.

5. Eye contact

When you make direct eye contact you convey power and authority and you also tell the other person that you are confident and trustworthy. We all make the joke about the shady guy whose eyes are darting all over the place. Well it's the same idea when you don't make eye contact. Even if you are shy or scared always make eye contact. The other party won't know how you are feeling unless you give yourself away.

You get one chance to make a first impression on your first date or in any situation you need to start the relationship off on the right note. We've give you some top tips to make sure you make the most of it. You'll be making great first impressions from here on in.