7 Psychological Tricks To Make a Good First Impression

Studies show that first impression is made within first 7 seconds of meeting someone. Can a bad first impression ruin a potential date or fail an interview? What are your thoughts? Do you find these tips helpful?
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I remember that my first rehearsal for my first play, a boy went up to me and said, "Hey, your sister pisses me off." I wanted to punch him in the face. We're best friends now.

[@dorupero]

Ronin Elenion Haha I feel like you skipped a few years

[@Victor-kv4jt]

How long did that take?

[@roninelenion4805]

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[@Victor-kv4jt]

Ronin Elenion I guess some Happy Endings are never expected

[@lloyddragon2036]

Lmao you gotta love God's sense of humor sometimes

[@samiaahmad8705]

Could you guys make a video about avoiding procrastination?

[@NikkiMKarLen]

They're probably putting it off.

[@fog1]

Takes selfdiscipline, you can stop it if you truly want.

[@kRVRKV]

@Samia check Jordan Peterson's lecture bits on that exact topic

[@vin_2620]

Find meaning in the work you do. If you cant find it, make it meaningful for yourself. You decide what to do and for what reason, no one else can change this for you.

[@vinuvincentt]

What is that????

[@marialisha3602]

Be enthusiastic passion Smile Show respect Be open new things Be positive Be humble Try to avoid bad days Body language Calm relaxed open available Confidence Take your space Move slowly Talky smoothly Good posture

[@junip3r63]

All the friends I've made, I've made by walking up to random strangers and introducing myself, then going on to ask them questions out of the ordinary. Like, "If you were in a zombie apocalypse and needed to survive, what would you do if you had no ways of preparing beforehand?" or "How's the weather" when we're both already outside.

[@Boris-sc7pt]

Juniper P1X3L Aren't they somewhat ... confused?

[@L39T]

definitely stealing the zombie apocalypse question.

[@scottgeoffrey1793]

This wouldn't work well in most parts of London, people think it's weird even if you make small talk their.

[@scaredismychicken]

I had one of those friends who would ask (because she had problems with her mom and boyfriend) if she should kill her mom’s boyfriend and then bring her mom with her to outer space once the earth dies. I was so confused and scared for her that I asked if she needed to go through therapy. She said yes and that made me even more worried for her.

[@callistocryptic]

Same loll

[@TheCosmicPrism]

I agree first impression is Important if you meet someone new

[@fog1]

Crystal Boy I don't agree with you ;oooo

[@julianpesantes3338]

I always make bad first impressions so it can only go up from there

[@simsrock9982]

I rarely ever make a good impression I have anxiety, bad posture and resting b*tch face people usually think I'm rude or conceited 😭. They may also think i'm uninterested and that's usually not the case 😢.

[@lillynaustin3198]

Sims Rock 99 sameeee

[@littleviolet5284]

And I look really mature and my likings are alooot different from others so we can't click easily.

[@Unicorn1234tan]

its gonna be ok ! you will rock

[@DreamTravelerZenddrex]

Zenddrex's patented BEST way to make a first impression: 1. Blind them with your bright smile. Then they can no longer judge you with their eyes. 2. Asphyxiate them with your genuine interest in them. This knocks out their expectations of you. 3. Now that they are no longer (self) conscious, you kill them with kindness. 4. If anyone witnesses you at any time during this process of making a good impression, repeat these steps on that witness to ensure no one gets the wrong idea.

[@potatosalad68]

Wow, this is black magic

[@ingvildkvakestad]

I will definetly use this I am super scared Of meeting people so I need this

[@evanharlow788]

its a vibe

[@ozziliyy]

Good luck :)

[@Tat-sumi]

Same.. i have anxiety. I tend to stay quite and shy away. xD

[@massy9659]

@@Tat-sumi It's been two years already, have you changed?

[@sozl5494]

This ones obvious but I really hate people who talk badly about others. It really says a lot about themselves, and makes me feel like they're doing the same when I'm gone.

[@Striverogiveback1995]

1. be enthusaistic show interest in person you meet 2. show respect ( please , thank you) - waiter , CEO , janitor 3.Be open to new ideas : let them know your willing to do. some new with them 4 Be Postiive : in the good and bad 5. Realize its not all bout you 6. Try to avoid bad days : let them know your meetings with them are important thus you want to bring your best 7. Body language : good posture, eye contact and lean forward to show interest

[@joeycole5400]

How do I do all this in seven seconds???

[@PetrosTotskas]

Most of the points in this video are not for a first impression (first 7 seconds) but rather for a first "meeting". I mean, how can you be open to someone in the first 7 seconds where a conversation starts by saluting each other? It doesn't make any sense to me, sorry 🤔 ~Peete

[@Boris-sc7pt]

Wow you actually "signed" your comment

[@LauraHeufH]

Maybe by smiling "open" so you can show that you're an open and nice person

[@_laifishardisntit_1379]

I think how you present yourself as in appearance help for a good first impression. People might think you're disrespecting them by showing up with bed hair and messy clothes. Also walk confidently (good posture).

[@isabellascott7128]

Is no one going to talk about how they’re shaking hands in a weird way

[@ozziliyy]

Lmao i wanted to say that

[@AngeTange]

Those tips were really helpful, thank you for this video! One additional thing I do is asking questions. If I am in a conversation, and I don't quite understand something my conversation partner has said, I will ask if they could either repeat it or explain it with other words. I really love having deep conversations with others, but sometimes they just jump from one thought to another and I might have issues following them. And instead of just blindly nodding and agreeing, it's a lot safer to ask one more time. It also makes a good impression, since questions show that somebody is genuinely interested in your thoughts and views. (This might also balance out my huge issues with eye-contact, because thanks to the questions people know that I am still listening to them)

[@CaptainSoftboy501]

I'm so glad I'm already putting these things into practice at work. I definitely feel like I've gotten better at giving a good first impression. The part about passion is definitely me. I sometimes feel myself holding back, but I'm working on letting myself express my excitement. X'D

[@lloyddragon2036]

The little pictures you guys draw are so cute

[@deadtornadoe6383]

Thanks! Without this channel, I’d have to do actual research lol. I’m loving these videos! The drawing is getting better and better! The tips are really helping me.

[@gaviellaacl3051]

Thank you this actually helps me to know what to do since I’m going to move to a new school and I’m very scared I won’t have any friends but you helped me! And now I’m not scared anymore but I’m excited for my new school! May you have a great day! ❤️

[@kingcodester1112]

Thanks for the video. This should help me when I meet new people, even though I don't actually go to people myself

[@Dr.PaiPai]

Just be straight forward. Works for me.

[@anubhapathania7667]

Great help! Thank you so much💜

[@TheHappyYouChannel]

Wow, what amazing tips - thanks for sharing this info! 🤩👏🏼

[@saddimpledion]

Great video! Very helpful

[@rebelzomb]

Knowing damn well that I'm not going to use this but still like to know

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Everytime I watch a video of yours, I get a ad on depression :/ This is a message

[@MukeshGates]

😂😂

[@callumfreebairn8082]

thank you. the good first impression is important

[@nekopuppystar576]

Can you do a video on misophonia? I just recently found out about it and I realised that it's what I have, but I never see anything really talking about it. I really love this channel and all the stuff on mental health, because it's short, sweet, and really helps. I'd be really happy if you did a video on misophonia.

[@migdonalds]

These videos really make me think

[@reehviera6288]

Amei. Super resumido e bem explicado💕

[@midoriaomori6685]

This is exactly what I needed! XD I have a job interview Monday!

[@mihirnath6946]

Your voice is really calming😘😘

[@jimmyluong5257]

Completely on topic observation, at 3:14 one person uses their right hand to shake, the other uses their left hand to shake

[@movedto6118]

Hello! My name is Bailey! I have the form of autism known as Asperger’s Syndrome. I was wondering if you could possible make a video on how to communicate more effectively if you’re autistic. I struggle a lot with social relationships and interactions and other everyday activities. Your videos have helped me with so much but there are a few things I still need to learn. Thanks!

[@sameenabanu1165]

Its was useful video to understand show responsibility in or opinions

[@drivefastmyloves7930]

Thanks XD I'm bad at first impressions

[@pisicaalbastra6054]

Furry Animator 101 Lol me too

[@beyourself4996]

Thanks for sharing this. I do I am apparently the person with smile they avoid conversation even if it’s hard I try get the words.

[@pandorasantos5148]

I remember that when I changed schools people thought I was strange and stayed away from me, but I also never knew how to socialize. Today, these people are my best friends.

[@GHOSTLOVE-nj4gx]

During this I realized that a good impression is subjective. Therefor a different impression may be better for one situation more than another, meaning “how to make a good impression” is actually not of much use if you not specifying the situation. For instance if a person is wrongfully accused of a crime they probably are not going to want to be open in there first impression and wait for a lawyer or in a business meeting showing enthusiasm might not be the best first impression. My two cents for what they’re worth anyway.

[@claudiafernandes4952]

I agree that the first impression is important, if you meet someone new, i try to make a good impression on people, an impression of someone nice and friendly

[@shresthaditya9731]

0:22-People take 7 seconds to make a first impression 0:38-Be enthusiastic and don't try to hide your enthusiasm about something 0:55-Show Respect to the person and to other people around you. 1:10-Be open to new ideas and experiences doing an activity with someone is a great way to increase closeness 1:40-Be positive and try to find goodd things in bad mishaps 1:55-It's a not all about you

[@truthseeker3211]

Should help in my first job which is today thanks.

[@ketrintopic8689]

TruthSeeker How did it go? :D

[@MukeshGates]

I'm 2 years late but hey Did u got the job??

[@ashleylee5166]

I’m 2 years plus 2 weeks late but did you get the job?!

[@MukeshGates]

@@ashleylee5166 lmao😂

[@grilly03]

TruthSeeker Did ya get it?

[@kat7344]

PRO TIP: When you first meet someone, it’s best to look at them in the eye and smile at the same time. Not... in a creepy way though.

[@gitanjalibarik9592]

The comment makes me whizzing.. 😁😆🤭

[@ummehanironak]

I am really bad with first impression...I get nervous and say something stupid I don't know how to say the right thing at the right time...I stumble while speaking

[@mooperino1245]

Dogs are cool, ain’t they

[@sweetcaramel4750]

Moo Productions and Hamsters are cool too but they pass away too soon

[@demonpopup27]

Your mom's dog is pretty cool, yeah.

[@mooperino1245]

Bork (:V)

[@ellenjarrard7920]

I think all animals are cool and deserve to live a life without abuse or suffering. Pigs are cuter than dogs in my opinion.🐷🐽

[@mooperino1245]

Yeah pigs are cute

[@matthewubalde472]

Good Timing, especially with me considering that I'm moving to another area, another province.

[@tomatoseeker1947]

Oh shoot! My English Olympics just recommended you guys! Never been so happy doing homework :D

[@anonymousperson2383]

My mom has extreme anger issues? What can I do? Today it is deathly hot outside and it’s just for today and she refused to turn in the air conditioning so my one fish tank that wants water in the 60s was nearly at 80 and they were about to die and she yelled and cursed at me because I wanted to put ice bottles in the water to cool it down because her bitch ass refused to turn the fucking air on while we’re all sweating to death.

[@user-zp8jv2yt7s]

Ummm...you're fucked lol

[@demonpopup27]

Call CPS, that's neglect.

[@L39T]

Fecal Pop already called them. it's going to be better tomorrow.

[@demonpopup27]

AirportHobo Triggers Me Well yeah. Now all you might have to deal with, is possibly going somewhere else and/or your parents and you constantly getting checked up on. Maybe ask your mom to go to a therapist, cause what she's doing just isn't right. Tell her maybe she shouldn't have had kids.

[@francocouste5146]

That last part kinda depends, we don't know what caused her anger and if she started with that issue after or before she had a kid

[@iamthestormthatisapproaching69]

As a 17 year old highschool student born an introverted virgin who has an introverted 19 year old brother who has autism, I must admit that the first minute of the video lifted me up. The crush I've had on this one girl for literally over a year had always friendzoned me. She also denies every bit of truth I try to speak of to her. She wants me to become a stronger man, mentally. But I fail every single time because I usually give her shitty first impressions, like saying "oh" for example and showing her slight bit of attention, even though I am giving everything I got for her approval. She is moving after summer break and this shatters my heart because we both had many ups and downs and I cannot let it go downhill. I know I want to win her. No matter what, I will always be optimistic because life's got unlimited meanings, and that tells me that moving on can suck my ass. But she is the voice in my head that is telling me "go" whenever it tells me to. I would try to avoid her, so I would say "no." And to this day, I am still trying to earn her respect and make her my girlfriend. I am trying to know more people. And I am still writing this comment (not really tho). And so to build my confidence, I want to meet new friends, and know them better. I want to belong. And that is what brought me to this video. Thank you for this.

[@rebecareis_3050]

to make a good first impression I am polite and cheerful, always trying to show interest

[@green_heaven542]

Hey. Thank you for uploading your videos. Next time, you are gonnna steal my ideas, I am going to suit you 😊

[@yoaseftamer2690]

Excellent....

[@deadtornadoe6383]

I already went through all 83 comments.

[@dinobotful]

Wow

[@liliath2944]

Go through 214now

[@levihughes2904]

If I don’t communicate with or think about someone for a while the next time I do it basically has the same effect as a first impression. After every summer coming back to school I see everyone in a different way and see new dynamics. That’s probably the people around me changing but it’s interesting and I realized this was pointless.

[@globallady8874]

I love this

[@Absolhunter251]

Nice video. I need something like this. But im very self critical to myself

[@gabrielbrito1065]

I love it!

[@azservices]

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[@its_konna8717]

Something else that I think that makes a good first impression is to give some space to the person you first meet ,especially if they are introverts...for instance don't start acting like they know them for years and do things like hugging them because you can make them feel uncomfortable. I have a friend that does this and she makes people feel a little bit uncomfortable with her. ( -Sorry for bad English- )

[@thomazbrito9183]

I really liked the video, i think i'm good at making friends and I actually don't know why. I try to be the coolest I can with everyone.

[@devilclxw2844]

I am a really social akward person and this really help thx a lot

[@gabrielasimoespontes3118]

Good video

[@user-wy1fj8ch2m]

Could you guys make a vídeo about avoiding procrastination

[@Willow_Sunflower]

0:37 Be enthusiastic 0:56 Show respect 1:17 Be open to new ideas 1:40 Be postive 1:57 Realize it's not all about you 2:21 Try to avoid bad days 2:50 Pay attention to your body language

[@anonymousperson2383]

I developed feelings for my therapist who I no longer see because I moved schools, how can I get over this? Thanks

[@cloudofreverie786]

Nightmares Tonight transference.

[@balyeet9537]

One of my best friends in Elementary School had a bad first impression on me. It was the first day of Kindergarten, and the two kids I knew on my bus were sitting with older kids leaving me on my own. One said "This seat is saved," and the other was already sitting with an older kid. Then I'm sitting on my own a bit disappointed, and then this one other kindergartener sits next to me. He was kind of smaller with neatly combed hair and a big smile on his face. My thoughts were 'Wow I'm stuck with this kid'. He didn't do anything wrong, it's just that my attitude was poor. Surprisingly we became best friends for some years.

[@fool9899]

It doesn't apply for everyone but I never said one person or just himself to me if we have something in common like liking the same letter of the alphabet or liking the same music or whatever so whenever I go out and meet people what's your favorite music and I think that makes a good first impression

[@Lvnala.]

Does this work with anxiety?

[@melissa0748]

The first impression is the most important

[@nha8909]

gosh after 1 month I'm gonna attend university. I need to make a good impression so this video helped a lot

[@cvitabratanic7754]

how’d it go?

[@nha8909]

@@cvitabratanic7754 i am a 4th year medical student now and wow time passed so fast. i did make a good impression and made good friends, a small circle of friends that kept me going. thank you for asking !!

[@cvitabratanic7754]

@@nha8909 i’m so glad!

[@lillynaustin3198]

I have really bad depression and no friends except for my boyfriend. So I come to him with some of my issues. But when i do he gets really deppressed and worried that he'll screw up and he says he doesn't like to surround him self with negative thoughts so he won't talk to me for days. I have almost no one else to talk to but when I do talk to him about things I only make things worse. I do have a therapist and a phsycatrist but I hate having therapy and they make me feel like I'm different and give me the unwanted attention. Is what to do. Can you please help me know how to make him less worried about me and me express my feelings at the same time? Cause I have no clue how to

[@anadkatparesh5573]

body odour and your good or bad breath also plays a vital role as it Directly reflects how one maintains oneself .....Looks are not everything but looking clean and organized definitely has an impression on others!! what say ??

[@davidcastro4329]

Yellow everyone

[@dasharys7690]

David Castro how are blue

[@user-vt1bz6nf7d]

David Castro I am feeling violet Don't know why Juts wanna punch something How are blue?

[@squishyj_]

i am purpleased to be your acquaintance

[@blackdiamond3709]

I guess I’ll be like this for some hours and then I return back to being pessimistic, socially anxious and depressed😂

[@Mysikrysa]

Paying attention to my body language and making eye contact are two literally impossible things for me to do when I´m supposed to talk and pay attention to what the other person says at the same time.

[@mikaellecosta1193]

I care a lot about my first impression to someone else, because is when a person will or not respect me and talk of me in a bad/good way. Everything suffers influence from the first time that you meet someone.

[@itsmsolivia]

I hope that I can make a good impression when I meet my SO's parents

[@emma-pw9cm]

This is good because I might be going to my friends house and their family is amazing and I love her family and want to make a good impression for my first time going over

[@BlaccLotus]

Request. Please make a video, why there is a syndrome that a person doesn't know herself/himself or it is called "personality disorder" or something like that, and some information about it. I need this video. Pls. Notice this request....

[@simon.x5149]

What about handicap people? Smile, eye contact, enthusiasm, but is there a problem with posture, walking correctly. Does anyone have any suggestions? Because it always seems to me like to be on hard level of human relations, no matter if it’s business, friendship or love. Thank you in advance for your suggestions!

[@mlgdogememe3038]

Wow i needed this for next year PS: i am 7th grade. Btw i am just curious, but can you make a vid about "number" signs a shy guy doesn't like u? :o

[@mlgdogememe3038]

You've always been my favourite, you made such a big change between 7th and 8th grade, thanks to these videos you understood how people work way better than you did before, and even survived a certain incident that next year with confidence Status update? Tonight was hard, it's hard to sleep right now because for the first time, I started thinking about the future, which didn't look bright because of that one fear, but I latch my hope onto this year, this year will make a change, just like start of 8th grade, thanks for commenting and thus documenting a bit of our history I might need this video for this next transfer anyway...

[@jonathanli31]

3:03

[@gatchakingdom9444]

Jonathan Li when you try to impress your crush

[@blue8773]

What's the name if the song in the background? It's so calming and relaxing, I love it! 😍

[@Psych2go]

"Clear Waters" - Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) We're glad you like it! :)

[@blue8773]

Thank you!

[@bernadette3435]

In the pandemic i switched schools, tomorrow we go back presencial, i’m scared. Wish me luck guys.

[@user-up4wk6xl7n]

Good luck! :)

[@brandonj5065]

This will be good for school in 6 days

[@jamylle2524]

when I want to make a good impression, I use my sympathy, a smile on my face, and be polite.

[@ohno5129]

Hey

[@taylorgreen9929]

That one Otaku Hey

[@eyad6159]

lul

[@fog1]

Hello

[@devin8367]

That one Otaku Hey, how are you today?

[@bluecocacola]

3:15 handshake left hand with right? lol

[@eternallong7821]

what if the first impression was bad, should I still go for second time

[@gregoryallenn]

When people smile it’s make me like them

[@bradpittsoap09]

Why do I not care about the video itself but the art style man-

[@archanaharis5371]

me before watching video:i don't make good impressions me after watching video:let's meet some people coronavirus:hold my beer

[@jenniehae5908]

I told some people that kept saying hello to me to stop annoying me. Now we are best friends.

[@Jessanangel]

I smile

[@CandyAwesome12]

When you say good morning to someone and they just keep walking past you without greeting you back.

[@Nox.INkRecords]

"Don't be someone else" 3:12 ...Okay

[@acupoftaewithasugaandakookie]

Can anyone please tell me how to start a conversation with a stranger Like I would just say "hi", "what's your name" but after that I'm just blank .... What am I supposed to say next to keep the conversation going..😭

[@user-wb3xs8qt3l]

Аll I try to do is just be myself. I often give compliments, but they must be sincere. People immediately sense when you're just saying it to get some kind of benefit

[@ChildOfGod2238]

I avoid meeting them in the first place 🤣