Here are my 4 top tips to help you create your best first impression.
Did you know that 90% of first impressions are made in the first 90 seconds?
We all know that finding, developing and building successful business relationships today is highly challenging … and you never get a second chance to make that long lasting first impression. So, what can you do when meeting a client or customer for the first time?
My 4 top behaviours or tips that will help to create your best first impression
- Tip 1 is about your Clothing
- Dress according to your role & impression you want to leave.
- Be similar to your customer (Consider one level smarter than client to demonstrate respect).
- Reinforce your company brand /image, and fits your own natural style to give you confidence.
- Tip 1 is about your Handshake
- Initiate the handshake to state that you deserve to be there!
- Stand in reception and shake hands before picking up your bags!
- Match your pressure to the client – or you could be seen as a pushover or too aggressive.
- Tip 3 is about Timekeeping
- Be early – allow for traffic & time to park & sign in.
- Plan parking & book if needed.
- Once in your meeting, re-check agenda and timings.
- Tip 4 is sending an Agenda
- Send an agenda before the meeting.
- Include clear objective, key topics, attendees & their roles.
- Mark it draft & ask the client for any changes & whether they want to invite anyone else.
Remember 90% of first impression are made in the first 90 seconds! So, use these techniques to leave your best first impression.
I hope you found this useful. Good Luck and I’m off for a coffee!