The Surprising Dale Carnegie Secrets That Completely Changed How People See Me in Seconds
People don’t just want to hear something nice—they want to feel seen. A genuine compliment does that. It shows that I’m paying attention, that I recognize something unique about them, and that I truly appreciate it.
And when people feel valued like that from the start, first impressions become something much more meaningful.
6) I let the other person talk more
I used to think that making a strong first impression meant having something great to say.
But the more I tried to lead conversations, the more I realized that people weren’t necessarily drawn to what I said—they were drawn to how much I let them say.
