7 First Impression Mistakes Emotionally Intelligent People Never Make—Are You Unknowingly Sabotaging Yourself?
On the other hand, crossed arms, lack of smiles, or constantly looking at your watch can send negative signals, even if your words are positive.
So next time you’re making a first impression, pay attention to your body language. Remember, it’s not just about what you say—it’s also about how you say it.
5) Jumping to conclusions
Did you know that on average, we only listen to 25% of what’s being said in a conversation?
That’s right. The rest of the time, our minds are busy forming opinions, making judgments, or planning what to say next. And that’s where the problem arises.
