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Post by sdoescher on Apr 24, 2014 17:18:42 GMT -6
First impressions are important, especially to people you do not talk too often. The seven second time period suggested in this video seems incredibly short. Those seven seconds are what people will remember you for. This gives reason to working on things such as eye contact and overall body language. You can only make a first impression one and those seven seconds can have a lasting effect.
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Post by cfrederic on Apr 29, 2014 10:54:05 GMT -6
I think that there is some truth in the first 7 seconds rule. I often judge a person when I first see and meet them, although I know you shouldn't. I don't agree that it is "life or death", I think after the initial 7 seconds when the person gathers thoughts on your outer appearance and body language, you can change their mind with what you say.
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Post by meganlynch on Apr 29, 2014 21:33:31 GMT -6
First impressions really do make a difference. This is such an important aspect in job interviews. As soon as you walk in the door, your presence can give off energy and attitude. I had heard of that 7 second rule before. If you carry yourself well into an interview room, then you will be more positively received by whoever is there. Body language, facial expressions, and dress can all make an impression to an employer. It is your job to decide what impression you want to make.
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Post by chelsearickett on Apr 30, 2014 17:42:55 GMT -6
My eyes glaze over with this dude. First impressions are very important as we all know. They kind of set the stage for what to expect with that person in the future. That's why first interviews are so important. You have to look and sound professional otherwise they won't hire you. Respect is a lost quality that many people don't contain nowadays. Being rude to a complete stranger, or acting out of line can hurt you. Who knows who that "stranger" is or could be. You never know who you will meet or see again in your life.
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Post by lmoore on Apr 30, 2014 23:22:44 GMT -6
First impressions are very important. You have seven seconds to show whether you are engaged and energetic. This makes or breaks how a person sees you when they first meet you.
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Post by kaitlyncampbell on May 1, 2014 12:18:05 GMT -6
It is said that someone configures their opinion of you within the first seven seconds of meeting you, do you think you can do that? I believe that first impressions are very important. A lot of times first impressions can be a make or break situation whether it be meeting a future employer, interview, meeting inlaws, etc. I believe that everyone should strive to show the best of them at all times so no one misreads the true person they are. First impressions mean everything.
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Post by amandayoung3231 on May 2, 2014 8:44:39 GMT -6
I do believe that people can have a feel for what kind of person you are in the first 7 seconds of meeting you. I think I am a very intutive person and I can tell if I like that person or not, with the first few seconds of meeting them. So I guess this means everyone needs to work on their first impressions and make sure it is the right one you want to give.
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Post by allisonschex on May 2, 2014 15:16:59 GMT -6
First impressions are extremely important, they can shape someone's opinion about you for forever. It is said that the first seven seconds of meeting a person has a huge part of the first impression. I believe this, but at the same time I don't, it gives the impression if someone is friendly or not but I think it takes longer than 7 seconds to have a true impression.
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Post by mwinner123 on May 2, 2014 17:49:07 GMT -6
I've honestly never been too fond of this guy and his videos. I do believe that first impressions are extremely important and can honestly break or make an interview or meeting with someone. However, I think the 7 seconds rule is a little bit extreme. A first impression can vary from situation to situation. At a new job, you may be extremely nervous and your first impression (for the first few seconds) may actually be nerves. However, they won't judge you because you were nervous within the first few seconds. They will focus more on how you handle yourself overall and bounce back. I agree that being aware of things you say, body language that you portray, and facial expressions is extremely important when making an impression. However, I simply find it difficult to believe that your entire first impression is determined within 7 seconds of beginning, regardless of the situation that you are engaged in.
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Post by robertnicholson on May 3, 2014 8:41:26 GMT -6
I think just about every culture makes assumptions on first impressions. This is really a flaw on how we perceive things. Essentially it makes us attracted to shiny things as if we were ferrets. Still it is something people look at when they meet you. So it is up too the individual on what they want to present themselves as.
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Post by kelseywatson on May 3, 2014 10:59:47 GMT -6
The person talked about in this video was responsible for publicity for Ronald Regan. He wrote a book about first impressions, and in this book, he stated that your first impression consists of seven seconds. You have this long to make others feel what you are feeling. You can either give off an energetic vibe to others or a non energetic vibe to others. You have seven seconds to make that person not think you are an awful person or to think you are the most amazing person ever.
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Post by racheleperes on May 3, 2014 11:50:39 GMT -6
First impressions are very important in every situation. When you go on a job interview, you are impressing the interviewer and the receptionist. A first impression can make or break a positive situation, like a job interview. First impressions are the ones that stick with a person through the entire relationship with that person.
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Post by dnewson on May 3, 2014 22:15:22 GMT -6
I agree with the fact that first impressions are very important, but I don't believe it is the first 7 seconds. To me it would take a little longer to gain an impression on someone. You cannot complete a full intellectual sentence within seven seconds. With that point being made, it is important to remember to always put your best foot forward in order to made a good impression
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Post by kourtneyb on May 4, 2014 16:09:00 GMT -6
I am a believer of first impressions, because you never know who your going to meet when or where. In my mind it is always important to be mindful of the way you represent your self in public physically as well as verbally. Though many people believe you shouldn't be judged by your attire sadly we are, so it is important to think about what you wear on a daily basis as well as is it the correct attire for that environment.
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Post by Jessica Aucoin on May 5, 2014 18:53:19 GMT -6
I like what he says in the video but this isn’t the first time I’ve heard you only have seven seconds to make a good first impression. I really do believe it is important to make a good first impression and seven seconds is not a lot of time to do that in. I think making your personality and your facial expressions energetic, like he stated in the video, will make lasting first impressions with whoever you meet. It’s not a new concept but it’s definitely one people overlook sometimes and it’s important to remember that first impressions can make or break you in the business world.
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