When you meet a stranger for the first time, the impression you make in the first 7 seconds is very important, and the quality of this impression will accompany your subsequent interactions. Therefore, it is very important to leave a good impression on others when meeting for the first time. Today I will tell you what you need to pay attention to if you want to make a good impression. British clinical psychologist Linda Blair said that when you meet for the first time, the other party can make basic judgments about you within 7 seconds, which they call the “7-second test”. Although this statement cannot be absolute, first impressions are indeed important for the further development of interpersonal relationships.
If you want to successfully pass the “7-second test”, you might as well take a look at the expert’s advice: take a deep breath, it can help you relieve the tension caused by shyness or anxiety. Keeping your back straight will make you look confident. Keep a smile, this is the first condition for a smooth conversation, but be careful not to laugh too fake, the smile should fade slowly, otherwise it will appear insincere. Hold the bag in your left hand, hold your briefcase in your left hand or carry the bag on your left side to free up your right hand for handshakes.
Silencing your phone is the minimum social courtesy. Keep your distance, show interest in others, but don’t intrude on personal space. Two people an arm’s length apart will appear friendly and polite. Compliment each other and find opportunities to compliment each other a few words, which can increase affinity, but pay attention to the point, don’t let people think you are flattering. Also, make sure you’re well-dressed and don’t wear strong perfumes before meeting people.
