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10 Proven Ways to Make a Great First Impression
Build better connections with others and become a great communicator.
Your network is your net worth.
I’m sure you have heard this statement before. Even though it’s cliché, it teaches a valuable lesson: Your success depends on how well you can connect and communicate with others.
You must deal with people in your daily life whether you like it or not. Understand that people are here to stay. You can only avoid them entirely if you live alone in a jungle.
That’s not possible.
The better you can connect with others, the more advantage you have in achieving success.
Building better relationships and connections starts with making a first impression. When you meet someone for the first time, how you portray yourself determines your ability to connect with them.
Here are ten ways you can make a first impression:
1 — Smile
Your smile is powerful. It creates a friendly atmosphere and shows you are approachable and open.
“A smile, someone once said, costs nothing but gives much. It enriches those who receive without making poorer…
