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Want to Create a Good Lasting Impression?

I'm sure you've heard the phrase, 'you get one chance to make a good first impression'. There are times when we really need to maximise our investment in creating a good lasting impression. Let's consider ways we can influence and affect how we come across to others.

- Dress the part. Clothing and the way you present yourself may sound like a superficial consideration but the first few minutes when someone catches sight of us, perhaps without even a word or a smile being exchanged, reveals much about us. Even on dress-down days it's important to pay attention to small details and demonstrate that you care about basic considerations like good hygiene, personal grooming, that you've put some thought into what you've chosen to wear.

- Appreciate this is an effective way to demonstrate your determination and show how much this meeting means to you. Creating a good lasting impression includes people feel respected and valued. It's important to be clean, smart and tidy. An exceptional eccentric genius may get away with being blase about the basics, but few of us fall into that category! It's far better to take time to dress the part.

- Appear confident and present yourself in the way you want to be seen. Relax and allow enough time to get ready, calmly dressing as you mentally prepare. Be aware of the quality of your self talk and reinforce the positive and your belief that you're good, sure of yourself, able to do this. Get mentally into 'the zone' and step into your ideal image.

- Do your homework. When you're wanting to create a good impression it's important to thoroughly prepare for the date, meeting or interview. Learn all you can and more so that you're able to demonstrate genuine interest and show how much you're invested in the outcome of the meeting and future of the relationship. You're proving that it matters to you, that you're keen and enthusiastic, a good person to have on board.

Good manners mean a lot. Allowing enough travel time so you can be punctual and unflustered on arrival is important, as is phoning if exigent circumstances mean you'll be delayed. Respect other people's time and commitment to the meeting and you'll make a good impression through being polite and showing that you're offering a valuable relationship that's beneficial to both. Also simple courtesies, using 'please' and 'thank you', demonstrating awareness of others can create a good impression.

- Be interested. Listen, ask relevant questions and show a genuine desire to hear what others have to say. People who are good listeners are often remembered as being excellent conversationalists as they give others lots of time to talk about themselves! I know people who were rank outsiders, yet became employed due to taking time to do great research into the company they were being interviewed by. Their effort paid off.

- Be interesting. If you're good company you'll create a good lasting impression. So shore up your knowledge of industry changes, current affairs, local events, popular TV and, dependent on where you are, you'll be a welcome addition to many gatherings, having lots to contribute.

- Give yourself credit. Being modest and self-effacing has its place, but providing a story or two about how you turned adversity around can convey much about your resourcefulness, skills and abilities without appearing too boastful. Many people forget about the challenges they've overcome en route to getting to where they are today, the skills they've mastered so efficiently, the routine everyday stuff.

- There will be things you do that may not seem relevant to this present situation but which require you to utilise transferable skills applicable to many areas of life. Think of your hobbies, interests, volunteering, social life. These areas may require you to demonstrate organisational abilities, people management, time management, conflict resolution, delegation, problem solving, mediation. Providing examples of these skills could be an effective way of creating a good lasting impression.

Even learning to walk, drive, bake a cake were not without pitfalls and failures in the early days, but you persevered and now probably don't think twice about the skills you take for granted. Share examples of setbacks, what you've learned, how you overcame and resolved problems. Great stories can provide unforgettable ways to create a good lasting impression.

- Confess if you're wrong about something, especially at the outset of a potential new relationship or if you're involved in an important project or customer liaison role. You'll make a far better lasting impression if you're honest about a problem, issue or situation and how it's going to affect others. Most people are tolerant and understanding about delays and setbacks, so long as they don't happen too often or appear to be caused through deception or lack of care. Tell the truth and explain how you plan to resolve matters.

- How you leave is an important factor in creating a good lasting impression. Say goodbye respectfully, appreciate their time and maybe offer a memorable phrase so that you're the person who first springs to mind when they reflect on the meeting.

Set yourself apart from the rest by being natural, relaxed and yourself. Enjoy each opportunity and allow yourself to thrive.

Susan Leigh, counsellor, hypnotherapist, relationship counsellor, writer & media contributor offers help with relationship issues, stress management, assertiveness and confidence. She works with individual clients, couples and provides corporate workshops and support.

She's author of 3 books, 'Dealing with Stress, Managing its Impact', '101 Days of Inspiration #tipoftheday' and 'Dealing with Death, Coping with the Pain', all on Amazon & with easy to read sections, tips and ideas to help you feel more positive about your life.

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