Whether it’s for a promising job interview, first date, or chance meeting, making a good impression is important in just about every situation.【小题1】

Arrive Early. Actor Billy Porter said it in his book Unprorected: A Memoir, “Fifteen minutes early is on time, on time is late, and late is unacceptable.”【小题2】If you’re giving a presentation, arriving early gives you a moment to test the equipment you’re using. If you’re early to a job interview, you’ll have time to go over your elevator pitch to yourself, adjust your tie, or make sure your hair isn’t out of place.

Actively listen. Active listening is giving the speaker your undivided attention and paying attention to what’s said and the intention behind it.【小题3】Asking the right questions shows you’re engaged, but just don’t ask something the speaker already answered.

【小题4】When you’re meeting someone for the first time, don’t try to be someone you’re not. If you don’t know the answer to something they ask, don’t fake it. The ability to learn into your weaknesses shows that you are self-aware. However, don’t overemphasize your shortcomings, either.

Know your audience. 【小题5】If your meeting is planned in advance, you should know plenty about the person or business you’re meeting with before arriving. Google the people you’ll meet, the company founders/co-founders, their history, their competition, their main products, and any other relevant information before you walk into the room.