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You know, it is said that you only get a chance to make a good first impression. You might try with the second, the third and so on.
But, it might be a good chance lost if the first one is not a good one. You're the new person on staff. You have neither prestige nor position, but it's your job to work with your peers to get results.
An example
You think that making a good first impression in such a scenario isn't important. Well, think again. You might have a hard time changing a wrong first impression and a start with the wrong foot.
If you have read about it, or maybe you have seen it on TV, consider the first Kennedy-Nixon debate in 1960. It was the first American presidential debate seen on television. And it made some history.
All the experts at that moment believed that Nixon actually won the debate, yet Kennedy projected an image of strength, compassion, and keen intelligence that contrasted sharply with Nixon's stiff form and stilted expression.
The rest is history. And, even if some might argue that this is not about the first impression, but about charisma, it gives us an idea about the importance of projecting the best of you.
A good impression In the business and professional world, like any situation in which results matter, it's important that you make a good first impression.
And, when you lack direct authority, it's crucial. In this topic, you'll learn about three, not secret at all, ways to make a good impression that will help you achieve results when you do n't have authority.
These aspects include: showing your friendliness, being positive, and avoiding negativity.
Friendliness
If you are consistently friendly, your colleagues will think that your friendliness is genuine. This friendliness will benefit you and help you gain influence with others.
Consistent friendliness on the job will help you lay the groundwork for building relationships. And, this will give you influence with your colleagues.
So, Showing your friendliness is the first way to make a good first impression, and it may also be the easiest. Yet it should not be underestimated.
If done sincerely, this simple gesture will help create the harmonious relationships you'll need to get results when you don't have authority. By showing that you're pleasant, and that you like other people, your peers will perceive you as a person who's easy to work with, and they'll be more friendly and open to you in return.
Expressing friendliness
Smile
Which facial expression do you enjoy most when you first meet someone: an expressionless face or a smile? Most people prefer the smile, because it says to them that they are liked and appreciated.
Acknowledge
Some people aren't natural-born smilers, and others believe that smiling can be overdone. Another, and sometimes better, way to express friendliness is to simply acknowledge your peers. A wave, a nod and a simple greeting are very helpful in creating good relationships.
Communicate
Do you remember how it made you feel the last time someone said something nice to you? A compliment or a show of concern can completely change someone's mood for the better. As someone once said, it's impossible to know the power of one kind word.
Be positive
As you can see, showing your peers your friendly side helps lay a strong foundation for good relations and getting results. Another way to make a good first impression is to be positive.
This means emphasizing what's good in a situation rather than what's bad. Everyone knows how pleasant it is to be around someone who's optimistic, compared to someone whose outlook is blurred by anger, morbidity, or disdain. Which type of person would you rather be?
Expressing your positive nature
Be silent
Being or appearing positive may only require that you avoid being negative. A negative statement seems to be remembered much longer, and with greater emotional intensity, than a positive one.
Stifling a negative thought that doesn't really need to be expressed is to your benefit. Express the good first If you're in a position in which you absolutely must express your honest opinion, take the good- news/bad-news approach.
Try to state what's good about someone's work, a policy, or a situation before expressing the bad aspects.
Handle hardships with grace
Bad things happen. Since you know that things like tough job assignments and difficult personalities come with the territory, why not accept them? Handling adversity well will impress your peers.
Avoid negativity
Good ways to demonstrate your positive attitude include being silent about the negatives, expressing the good in a situation first, and handling hardships with grace. Although a positive demeanor is very helpful in achieving a good first impression, it's also important to avoid specific types of negative behavior.
This is the third way to make a good impression. Nothing wrecks a good image more quickly than, for example, an offensive remark. It can, quite literally, reverse people's opinions of you overnight.
What's more, they may no longer wish to work with you. Consider the meeting facilitator who back-stabs, or betrays, an absent member of the team. Do you think anyone will want to work with him?
Examples of negativity
Specific forms of negativity to avoid include: loud or threatening behavior discriminatory remarks refusing to listen to others' comments shows of superiority back stabbing.
Advice for good first impressions
Smiling makes a good impression because it shows that you like and appreciate the person whom you are greeting. It is best to share positive comments and avoid making negative comments.
A positive comment can improve someone's mood. And nothing tarnishes a good image more quickly than an offensive remark. To make a good first impression, do not display superiority or disdain.
Showing signs of superiority or disdain communicates that you believe you are better than someone else, and that is never received well.
Dressing to the next level of management may have an alienating effect on your peers. If you appear to identify with the next level of management, this could give your peers the impression that you are displaying superiority.
Being blunt is not always the most effective way to communicate a point. If there is a point of disagreement, it's best to discuss it without a confrontational attitude. Diplomacy is usually received more favorably than bluntness.
Next
So, making a good impression involves much more than putting on a nice suit. Sincere displays of friendliness and positivity and an absence of negativity help build the good relationships you'll need to get results.
When it comes to laying the groundwork for getting results when you don't have authority, making a good first impression can make all the difference. In this topic, you've learned to do this by: showing your friendliness being positive avoiding negativity.
