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First Impressions podcast, part 6

Final Remarks – We control our first impressions so remember to do the self-check: smile genuinely, give a good hand squeeze, and say “It is a pleasure to meet you.”

First Impressions podcast, part 5

Opening Lines – Speak in a manner that is clear, crisp and relaxed, and practice using “It is a pleasure to meet you.”

First Impressions podcast, part 4

Contact – How effective is your handshake?  People are two times more likely to remember us if we shake hands when we meet them so having a good handshake as a part of your…read more

First Impressions podcast, part 3

Body Language – Making a good impression means making someone feel positively toward you and a lot of that is governed by our body language.  

First Impressions podcast, part 2

Importance of First Impressions. In the 5 seconds it takes to make one, the person only sees a little sample of you, but that sample represents 100% of what they know about you.

First Impressions podcast, Part 1

Making a great first impression is the most important tool we have in our communications toolbox.

How to Make a Great First Impression

Whether you are in a networking situation or a business meeting, the first impression you make is critical to your success. And you only have 5 seconds to make it a good one! To…read more

Job Search Question: Where Should I List My References?

  Q.  Do references belong on a résumé or a LinkedIn profile?   A.  To get noticed by a prospective employer who gets a high volume of résumés, you’ve got to make it easy…read more

Make an Impact with Lisa’s Top 10 Résumé Tips: Part #2

  6. Content of your résumé should match skills in the job posting. • List your skills, education and experience that relate to the job you are applying for. • It is not necessary…read more

Make an Impact With Lisa’s Top 10 Resume Tips: Part #1

1. Font size and format • Is it readable and universal? PDF format is generally a good choice. • Does your résumé highlight what makes you the perfect fit for the position? • Putting…read more

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