Three Ways to Make a Great First Impression
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Communicating your brand in a flash
by René Shimada Siegel
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
SLIDESHARE BY ARIANNA CHOPELAS
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First impressions aren’t determined by what you say—but HOW you say it. What people see and how you make them feel can mean more than the words you say.
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Think about what someone SEES
when they look you for the first time.
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Are YOU smiling with eye contact? Standing up straight? Wearing a colorful shirt that plays up your natural features? Keeping it classy?
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Next, think about how you make people FEEL.
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Pay ATTENTION to your tone of voice, breathing, pauses, energy level. And especially your physical proximity—no one likes a creeper!
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Remember: what someone HEARS isn’t always the same as what you think you said. Think about your words.
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Last, AVOID using jargon and let your passion and confidence shine.
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When you meet someone for the first time, you don’t need to do a formal
ELEVATOR pitch. Here’s some stuff to keep in mind:
1. Pause. Ask, “who are you speaking with?” 2. Be yourself 3. Be brief 4. Be different 5. Be curious
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An elevator pitch should sum up what you do and who you are. And if you want to really CONNECT with people, make it about them or about you.
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OPTION ONE: Make it about them (external)
“Do you know anyone who struggles with (productivity, cancer, etc.)? Me too, that’s why I do _______.” Explain their problem/solution in plain English.
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OPTION TWO: Make it about you (internal)
Try this on for size: “Ever since ___, I’ve been crazy about ____. I’m totally fanatical about __ because ____.” Elaborate with your story, and then follow with your ask.
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You can be an epic communicator. SHARE your message clearly, concisely and with great passion. Always tell your story and embrace what makes you different!
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So, there you have it—how to make a great
FIRST impression. Keep these things in
mind when you’re meeting new contacts, prospects and friends.
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Epic COMMUNICATOR? That’s you.