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Be Authentic
People want to know who you really are, what makes you unique,
and what you have to offer. You rarely have a chance to make a
second first impression – it is all about the FIRST one – so make it
GREAT! Often people have made up their minds about you before
you actually get an opportunity to talk to them.
Online that could be as simple as seeing your website, or your
LinkedIn profile and how you show up.
What is the ‘vibe’ of your site – is it fun? Is it contemporary or
traditional? Do you have a complete LinkedIn profile? Do you have
a professional headshot? Do you have up-to-date
recommendations? Is it easy for someone to contact you?
Offline it could be the first impression at a networking event, or a
first phone call conversation. How did you answer the phone?
Were you on time to the meeting?
So much can be gleaned from the first contact – whether online or
in person. Are you showing up in a genuine manner and being the
best version of you? People will connect with you if they feel
comfortable and sense that you have a similar communication
style. When these things align relationships work.
