The Thirty Second Rule!!!

The first 30 seconds you spend with a person can be the most important. Within those 30 seconds you can decide what you think about them and even if you want to continue to spend time with them. That’s a very short period of time to make a great 1^st impression.

            I recently was told to read a book called 25 Ways to Win with People by John C. Maxwell. It’s a great book that helps you with interpersonal relationships in just 25 steps. The book was incredible and filled with so much detail. I enjoyed every page and couldn’t wait to put all the new things I’d learned into action. The one thing that stood out the most was the Thirty Second Rule. I was aware that you were judged but I had no idea how to make myself seem interesting and make people want to get to know me. The Thirty Second Rule helps you to make a great 1^st impression, making the person feel important.       

            It’s a very simple idea. You just need to follow 2 simple steps. The 1^st step is to say the persons name at least once in the thirty seconds. It lets them know that not only  do you know but you are listening to them. The second step is to say something encouraging while you are talking to them. People feel better when you give them the following, Attention, Affirmation, and Appreciation.

            It’s that easy to make a great 1^st impression. These are tips that you can use in every situation, weather you are at a social gathering or meeting a new client for the 1^st time. Making people feel like you care is the best way to make new friends or keep your clients for a very long time. If you follow the 30-second rule, everyone will want to be around you.

Here is a link to buy the book. I recommend that everyone get a copy and read it! 

http://www.amazon.com/25-Ways-Win-People-Million/dp/0785260943