10 Social Mistakes That Can Leave the Wrong First Impression

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10 Social Mistakes That Can Leave the Wrong First Impression

Ignoring

Failing to Listen Actively

Arriving Late Without Letting Anyone Know

Trying Too Hard to Impress

Being Negative About Others

Forgetting Basic Courtesy

Constantly Checking Your Phone

Interrupting While Someone Is Speaking

Talking Only About Yourself

Not Respecting Personal Space

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First impressions are formed in the first few minutes of meeting a person and are likely to be lasting, but not always. They can impact future interactions. It's important to how you communicate and how you present yourself when you attend an employment interview, networking function, initial date, or just a gathering. Fortunately, it is not about perfection, it is about respect, attention and being genuine. To prevent such common social blunders, you can create a better bond and have people remember your first impression positively.
 

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