Making a Good First Impression. You never have a 2nd chance to make a 1st impression. Depends on: How you look What you say How you move Factors: Time you enter the room Posture Clothes Tone and volume of voice Gestures of hands and arms

Entering the room Voice See the place BEFORE Door, seating pattern, tables, electrical outlets, other equipment (projector and screen) Remember: Unprepared = Unprofessional Posture Time -- on time, all the time Being late will make you MORE nervous Voice Speak in a nature flow Speak clearly

Where do I put my hands and arms? Gestures/Body Movements Where do I put my hands and arms? Here’s the answer ! STAND correctly. Benefits: Arms comfortable Note cards ready Gestures easier (pointing & enumeration) Avoiding “Rocking Boat” distraction

See the article on gestures. Proxemics For Effectiveness: Think Plan Analyze Select most effective Be natural, of course. But remember, a rightly selected gesture, at just the right time, and connected to just the right word . . . will REALLY add power to your words, and capture the attention of your audience. Caution ! See the article on gestures. How to make a Good First Impression