This new survey revealed that the average person makes their first impression of somebody in only 27 seconds. The survey also revealed that actually one out of every three people actually make a first impression in 10 seconds or less. This survey asked 2,000 adults about first impressions and the findings are interesting.
The survey, which was conducted through onepoll.com, covered the basics like explaining smiling, clothing, eye contact and more are important in a first impression. Charlene Douglas, a relationship coach that was partnered on the survey said, "We form first impressions subconsciously almost every single day. What someone's wearing, how they carry themselves, and how often they smile can play a key part in how we form opinions of people we meet. The research shows that a friendly smile can go a long way, so it's just as important to look after your oral health as well as your attire to ensure you have the confidence to make a lasting sensational first impression."
Charlene shares 5 tips on how to make the best impression
1. Show interest in what the person you are talking to is talking about with body language.
- It makes the person you are talking to feel important and that you are paying attention to in what they are saying.
- Maintaining eye contact, asking questions and body language show the person you are trying to impress you are focused on them.
- Reading the situation to know how to respond to the person you are communicating with is important.
2. Laughing and smiling is a huge plus
- People feel that laughing and smiling is infection.
- Smiling and laughing is a sure way to build a strong connection
- Laughing and smiling helps make people feel comfortable around and show off
- Taking advantage of positive nonverbal cues like smiling to show you are a welcoming person
3. At the right time ask questions to understand the topic at hand
- This will make the person you are trying to impress feel important
- Asking questions makes people feel heard and seen
- Minimize distractions such as phones, handheld devices and more to show you are paying attention and involved with the topic at hand
- Repeating what was said to you before adding your input is a strong way to show the person you are talking to they are important
4. Show up on time and early if possible
- This is a display of your character, it tells the person you are trying to impress you are a reliable person
5. Have a positive attitude
- First impressions do count
- Use positive and polite language to show you are a positive and kind person
- Be authentic
- Share your similarities
- Give the person you are talking to the space to share their story
- Keep a positive tone to express friendliness
