How To Make An Unforgettable First Impression

Granted, internet dating does change the whole first impression scenario a bit; sometimes we’re going out on first dates with people who we’ve been communicating with for weeks or months or even years, in some cases.

Then again, many of us haven’t given up on encountering eligible singles in the real world as opposed to the internet dating world. Truthfully, most of us are doing both. And why not?! Let’s face it, we’re all busy and we all want to maximize our dating potential.

The variations in rules between the different arenas of romantic meetings can be a bit daunting. If you met person A in location B, is it okay to suggest activity C on the first date? Fortunately, some things stay universally true. At the top of this list? The ways in which you make an unforgettable first impression.

The tactics for making a good first impression have remained pretty much the same. It doesn’t matter if you met at a friend’s party, if you’re finally meeting in person with that cutie who has been emailing you online or if your eyes met over a business lunch.

1. Supreme eye contact

Making direct, lasting eye contact with a new acquaintance is the surest way to communicate your confidence, honesty and interest. These long, locking looks work worlds better than fleeting here and there glances when talking to someone.

If all that eye time gets a bit boring try playing little memory games with yourself. Remember the exact color and shape of their eyes and other facial characteristics. You’ll not only convey your interest, but you’re also committing their face to memory.

2. Know when to let go of the reigns

So you’re chatting up some fabulous new person you just ran into and you’re having that old as the hills dilemma of wanting to seem interested without appearing over eager. What to do? Let them set the tone. Wait until they start talking and try to match their energy and excitement level. It’s a great way to make sure you’re not holding the conversation hostage and you can let go of worrying about seeming too detached or too worked up.

3. So close and yet so far

Okay, this one might not apply so well to professional matters; other than a firm handshake at the beginning and end of a meeting, I’d steer clear of their personal space. That said, this is a great little move that I only perfected after a few too many drunken conversations during which I thought I was flirty touching someone on the shoulder or knee but was actually just coming really close to doing so (hey, vodka impairs your ability to judge differences, okay? Let it go).

Turns out, that move got a great response; the person you’re talking to will still receive the same sexually-charged undertone of your action but without the contact, it leaves them wanting more. Guys, this is also a dynamite technique to bring out when you’re flirting with a new female. She will love the electrifying almost-intimacy while probably appreciating that you aren’t being too physically forward.

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