We all know how important it is to make a good first impression. The positive or negative feelings about us that a person develops during our initial interaction with them set the course for the ...

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All of those techniques work, even if you’re relatively shy. But what if you meet someone famous? Or what if you meet someone especially important to, like a potential investor or an enabling customer ...

First impressions matter in work, friendships, and romantic relationships. When we meet someone for the first time, we decide if that person is someone we want to spend time with and get to know ...