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Mastering the First 7 Seconds: How to Make a Lasting Impression in Interviews

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“Interviews are won before the first word is spoken.” This may sound like an exaggeration, but behavioral science proves otherwise. Studies show that humans form judgments about others within the first seven seconds of meeting them—and these snap impressions can influence as much as 70% of the final evaluation. In high-stakes job interviews, first impressions … Read more

The 7-Second Rule: Mastering First Impressions in a Snap

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“You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” This phrase, often repeated in business, dating, and daily life, holds up under scientific scrutiny. According to a study from Princeton University, people form judgments about trustworthiness within just 0.1 seconds of seeing someone. This phenomenon is widely known as the “7-Second Rule”—the idea … Read more