It’s human nature to judge, both consciously and unconsciously. As much as we like to believe that we are in complete control of our thoughts, we all make snap assessments of others in a matter of ...

Pick up an old job-search advice book and you will probably come across a chapter on creating an elevator speech. The idea was to prepare a 90-second monologue that highlighted your key qualifications ...

Fresh starts are mostly full of excitement, but with major shifts in life come nervous jitters. No matter how old you get, the first day of a new semester or a job interview can still give you sweaty ...

In the information age, introducing yourself through email – rather than face-to-face, is much more common than it has ever been. And believe it or not, cold emails aren’t always ineffective or ...

Introducing yourself to a stranger is a unique and interesting experience. How much do you share? Where do you start? What do they want to hear? Since we may not know anything about the person we're ...

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - One of the most common business needs is one that many of us often stumble over and even fear -- making introductions. I'm not talking about formal, behind-the-podium ...

Networking events can be intimidating, but they also offer great opportunities to make valuable connections and promote your business. One critical aspect of networking success is the first impression ...

Introducing yourself to someone at a bar whom you're attracted to is a bit passé in modern society. About 40% of heterosexual couples now first meet online, compared with 2% in 1995. But if you're in ...