Investment in The Coconut Industry by Nancy Cheruiyot
Make the Right First Impression in Under 5 Seconds
1.
2. “You never get a second
chance to make a first
impression.”
3. IMPRESSION - an opinion or feeling that you
have about someone or something you have
seen but do not know very well
FIRST IMPPRESSION - opinions that you form
immediately, before thinking thoroughly
Probably, it will take less than 5 seconds to
judge
Not very fair
More stereotype
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4. Clothes:
most noticeable thing about a person
makes a powerful impression.
5. Face and skin:
Your face says a lot about you.
The face also serves as a general indication of a
person’s health and cleanliness.
6. Mannerisms:
Peoples mannerisms also influence their first
impressions.
For instance, if you see someone walking with a boastful
limp your first impulse is to assess this person as being
conceited or arrogant. Humans pass judgment easily
based on mannerisms without thinking that there may be
a reason which may be incomprehensible to the judging
individual at first glance.
7. Speech:
The way a person speaks has an incredible
influence on first impressions.
culture and educational background.
dialect strongly influences first impressions.
8. Relationship with others
Build a good image in front of others or
among co-workers.
People attracted to befriend with.
Increase enthusiasm of other people.
Admired by others.
9. Impact towards career
Admired by superior
Get a job promotion
Trusted by superior manager
Benefits to ourselves
Higher self esteem
Higher self confidence
Easy to socialize
Positive appearance
10. Dress professionally
Your dressing sense helps people judge your
nature.
Present yourself appropriately
Of course, physical appearance matters.
11. Having a good non-verbal communication
Body postures, facial expression, engagement