Branding expert and best-selling author Sally Hogshead knows that we live in a distracted, competitive and commoditized world. According to some research the average attention span could be as low as 9 seconds (the same as a gold fish). You need to demonstrate your value immediately or your listener will be off to the next thing.
Here's 7 strategies to make a brilliant first impression at your next conference, networking event, job interview or meeting.
18. When it comes to
first impressions,
your questions matter
more than your answers.
The goal is to get away
from trite topics, and get
on a roll together.
19. 5. Consider what
your listener will
ALREADY be
thinking and
talking about.
20. It’s easier to immediately
connect with someone if
you already know what
they’re pondering… or
struggling with… or
excited about.