If you are planning to meet someone for the first time, you can rely on these 7 rules to turn the meeting successful (in any which way you want to). It’s generally the first interaction that decides the future of your relationship with that person – no matter whether it’s purely business or a personal meet.
1. No one loves late comers – The other person who has not met you earlier will not be interested in hearing to your excuses of being late. It’s also your first chance to throw the right impression.
2. Be at Ease. Be Yourself. – If you are uncomfortable in the situation, the other person too will feel the same. Be calm and confident and make the other person feel at ease.
3. Be Presentable – Don’t take your appearance lightly. Be presentable according to the occasion (business or personal). Clean & tidy clothes, a good shave, appropriate hair-do, etc, all play a significant role. Don’t ignore them.
4. Maintain your Individuality – No matter how good you have prepared for the meeting, don’t forget to give it a touch of ‘your self’. Be what you really are (within the bounds of the meeting etiquettes), throwing the right impression at the other person.
5. Spread Smile – A mild and warm smile is contagious. Maintain a happy face to keep the positivity alive during the meeting.
6. Know Beforehand – It would be great if you can gather some essential information about the person you are going to meet. Learning about his/her hobbies, interests, etc, may help you carry out your conversation in an effective and fruitful manner.
7. Be Attentive – Listening is the best you can do to someone. Conversations never turn productive until there’s a patient listener in you. Hear to what the other person has to share as it’s exactly what you expect from other people.
Have a happy meeting & do share your own experience!
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